May weather forecast
Salem, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Salem, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the May nights, with a consistent average temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

Rainfall

In Salem, during May, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.2 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salem, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Salem?

In Salem, in May, the average high-temperature is 83.5°F (28.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in May is 22%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout May, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Salem, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Salem?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Salem, NM

Average temperature in May - Salem, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in May
Salem, NM

Average pressure in May - Salem, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salem, NM

Average wind speed in May - Salem, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Salem, NM

Average humidity in May - Salem, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Salem, NM

Average rainfall in May - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Salem, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salem, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salem, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salem, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Salem, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Salem, NM

Average UV index in May - Salem, 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
Salem, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Salem, NM

Average visibility in May - Salem, 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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