May weather forecast
Stanley, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Stanley, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, transitioning from a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, May sees an average nighttime temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) in Stanley, New Mexico.

Humidity

In Stanley, the average relative humidity in May is 32%.

Rainfall

In May, in Stanley, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout May, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stanley aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Stanley, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Stanley, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Stanley, the average sunshine in May is 11.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Stanley is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Stanley in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Stanley, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Stanley?

The average relative humidity in May in Stanley is 32%.

How much does it rain in Stanley in May?

In May, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout May, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Stanley?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stanley aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Stanley?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Stanley?

The average sunshine duration in May in Stanley, New Mexico, is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Stanley?

In Stanley, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Stanley, NM

Average temperature in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Stanley, NM

Average pressure in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Stanley, NM

Average wind speed in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Stanley, NM

Average humidity in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Stanley, NM

Average rainfall in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Stanley, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stanley, NM

Average snowfall in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stanley, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stanley, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Stanley, NM

Average UV index in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Stanley, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Stanley, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Stanley, NM

Average visibility in May - Stanley, 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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