May weather forecast
Sofia, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sofia, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). A significant temperature decrease to an average a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) characterizes Sofia's nighttime temperatures during May.

Humidity

In Sofia, the average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In Sofia, in May, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sofia, there are 88.4 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sofia aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Sofia, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sofia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sofia, the average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sofia?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sofia, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sofia, in May, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sofia aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sofia have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sofia have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sofia?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sofia, NM

Average temperature in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Sofia, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sofia, NM

Average wind speed in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Sofia, NM

Average humidity in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sofia, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sofia, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sofia, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sofia, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Sofia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Sofia, NM

Average visibility in May - Sofia, 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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