May weather forecast
Kirtland, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kirtland, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). In May, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kirtland is 30%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout May, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirtland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.9 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kirtland, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Kirtland, is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kirtland?

In Kirtland, the average relative humidity in May is 30%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Kirtland, New Mexico, during May, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Kirtland, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirtland have in May?

In Kirtland, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Kirtland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Kirtland, NM

Average temperature in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Kirtland, NM

Average pressure in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kirtland, NM

Average wind speed in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Kirtland, NM

Average humidity in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in May
Kirtland, NM

Average rainfall in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Kirtland, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kirtland, NM

Average snowfall in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kirtland, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kirtland, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kirtland, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kirtland, NM

Average UV index in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Kirtland, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Kirtland, NM

Average visibility in May - Kirtland, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

Kirtland, New Mexico, USA

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