May weather forecast
McAlister, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in McAlister, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 55.4°F (13°C) and 80.1°F (26.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a warm 80.1°F (26.7°C). With the onset of night in May, McAlister reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at a moderate 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 36%.

Rainfall

In McAlister, New Mexico, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In McAlister, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McAlister, New Mexico, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In McAlister, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May in McAlister, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In McAlister, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in McAlister?

In McAlister, 80.1°F (26.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.4°F (13°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in McAlister?

In May, the average relative humidity is 36%.

How much does it rain in McAlister in May?

In McAlister, New Mexico, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in McAlister?

In McAlister, New Mexico, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in McAlister in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in McAlister?

In May, the average day length in McAlister, New Mexico, is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in McAlister?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in McAlister, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:02 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McAlister have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in McAlister?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
McAlister, NM

Average temperature in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in May
McAlister, NM

Average pressure in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
McAlister, NM

Average wind speed in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
McAlister, NM

Average humidity in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in May
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall days in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
McAlister, NM

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
McAlister, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
McAlister, NM

Average sunshine days in May - McAlister, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in May
McAlister, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
McAlister, NM

Average visibility in May - McAlister, 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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