May weather forecast
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). Despite soaring daytime temperatures, Ranchos de Taos registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ranchos de Taos is 43%.

Rainfall

In Ranchos de Taos, during May, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Ranchos de Taos aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.7 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ranchos de Taos, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, the average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ranchos de Taos, records 63°F (17.2°C), while the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 43%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, in May, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Ranchos de Taos aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ranchos de Taos have in May?

The average day length in May in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ranchos de Taos?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average temperature in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average pressure in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average wind speed in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average humidity in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average UV index in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average visibility in May - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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