May weather forecast
Mountainair, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Mountainair, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). Mountainair, in May, experiences a marked contrast from daytime zeniths to a steady average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In Mountainair, the average relative humidity in May is 26%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout May, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.7 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mountainair, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May in Mountainair, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mountainair in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Mountainair, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Mountainair, the average relative humidity in May is 26%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mountainair?

In Mountainair, in May, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Mountainair, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Mountainair have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountainair have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Mountainair, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mountainair, NM

Average wind speed in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Mountainair, NM

Average humidity in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in May
Mountainair, NM

Average rainfall in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Mountainair, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mountainair, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mountainair, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mountainair, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Mountainair, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Mountainair, NM

Average UV index in May - Mountainair, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Mountainair, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Mountainair, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Mountainair, NM

Average visibility in May - Mountainair, 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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