May weather forecast
Ponderosa, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ponderosa, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

Ponderosa in May denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Ponderosa's average low-temperature for the month of May denotes a significant decline from the daily high, recording at a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ponderosa is 29%.

Rainfall

In Ponderosa, in May, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ponderosa, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73 days and collects up to 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ponderosa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ponderosa, New Mexico, is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Ponderosa, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Ponderosa, 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 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ponderosa in May?

In Ponderosa, 74.3°F (23.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.7°F (9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Ponderosa?

In Ponderosa, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 29%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ponderosa?

In May, in Ponderosa, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ponderosa?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Ponderosa in May?

In May, in Ponderosa, New Mexico, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ponderosa?

The average day length in May in Ponderosa is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ponderosa?

On the first day of May in Ponderosa, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ponderosa?

The average sunshine duration in May in Ponderosa is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Ponderosa?

The months with the highest UV index in Ponderosa, New Mexico, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ponderosa?

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

Average temperature in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average pressure in May - Ponderosa, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average wind speed in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average humidity in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in May
Ponderosa, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ponderosa, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ponderosa, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ponderosa, 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 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average UV index in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Ponderosa, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Ponderosa, NM

Average visibility in May - Ponderosa, 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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