May weather forecast
Pecos, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Pecos, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Pecos experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Pecos's average nighttime temperatures present a clear contrast to its daytime highs, measured at a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in May.

Humidity

In Pecos, 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. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Pecos aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36 snowfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Pecos, the average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Pecos, is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 34%.

How much does it rain in Pecos in May?

In Pecos, in May, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pecos have in May?

In Pecos, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pecos have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pecos, NM

Average temperature in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average pressure in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average wind speed in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average humidity in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average rainfall in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average snowfall in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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
Pecos, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average UV index in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Pecos, 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
Pecos, NM

Average visibility in May - Pecos, 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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