May weather forecast
Mesilla Park, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Mesilla Park experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) in April to a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C). Mesilla Park's average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) in May reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

Rainfall

In Mesilla Park, during May, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. In Mesilla Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mesilla Park, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Mesilla Park, the average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?

In Mesilla Park, in May, the average high-temperature is 83.5°F (28.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 22%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Mesilla Park, during May, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Mesilla Park, snow does not fall in March through October.

How many hours of daylight does Mesilla Park have in May?

In Mesilla Park, the average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Mesilla Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average temperature in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average pressure in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average wind speed in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average humidity in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average rainfall in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average snowfall in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average UV index in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Mesilla Park, NM

Average visibility in May - Mesilla Park, 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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