May weather forecast
Pedernal, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Pedernal, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). Throughout May, Pedernal braces for a considerable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

April through June, with an average relative humidity of 33%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout May, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pedernal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.1 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

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, Pedernal aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Pedernal, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 13.46" (342mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, in Pedernal, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:10 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Pedernal, is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April through June, with an average relative humidity of 33%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Pedernal, the average relative humidity in May is 33%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pedernal, in May, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Pedernal?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Pedernal. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Pedernal aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pedernal have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:10 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pedernal have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pedernal, NM

Average temperature in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Pedernal, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pedernal, NM

Average wind speed in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Pedernal, NM

Average humidity in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (33%).

Average rainfall in May
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pedernal, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pedernal, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Pedernal, NM

Average UV index in May - Pedernal, 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
Pedernal, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Pedernal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Pedernal, NM

Average visibility in May - Pedernal, 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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