May weather forecast
Playas, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Playas, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Playas, New Mexico, observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). Despite the high peak temperatures, Playas witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) in May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 21%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout May, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Playas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Playas in May?

Playas in May has an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Playas?

With an average relative humidity of 21%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 21%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Playas, in May, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Playas have in May?

In Playas, the average day length in May is 13h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Playas have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Playas?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Playas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Playas, NM

Average temperature in May - Playas, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Playas, NM

Average pressure in May - Playas, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Playas, NM

Average wind speed in May - Playas, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Playas, NM

Average humidity in May - Playas, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

Average rainfall in May
Playas, NM

Average rainfall in May - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Playas, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Playas, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Playas, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in May
Playas, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Playas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Playas, NM

Average UV index in May - Playas, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Playas, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Playas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Playas, NM

Average visibility in May - Playas, 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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