May weather forecast
La Cueva, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in La Cueva, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

La Cueva perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). May nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 34%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In La Cueva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.3 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, La Cueva aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In La Cueva, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in La Cueva is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in La Cueva, New Mexico, is 11.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in La Cueva?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 34%.

How many days does it rain in May in La Cueva?

In La Cueva, in May, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, La Cueva aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does La Cueva have in May?

In La Cueva, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
La Cueva, NM

Average temperature in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
La Cueva, NM

Average pressure in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
La Cueva, NM

Average wind speed in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
La Cueva, NM

Average humidity in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in May
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
La Cueva, NM

Average rainfall days in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
La Cueva, NM

Average snowfall days in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
La Cueva, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Cueva, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
La Cueva, NM

Average sunshine days in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
La Cueva, NM

Average UV index in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
La Cueva, NM

Average cloud cover in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
La Cueva, NM

Average visibility in May - La Cueva, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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