May weather forecast
Tatum, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tatum, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). May nights bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Humidity

In Tatum, the average relative humidity in May is 36%.

Rainfall

In Tatum, during May, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Tatum, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Tatum is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

The high-temperature during May is 82.9°F (28.3°C) and the low-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 36%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Tatum, during May, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tatum have in May?

In Tatum, the average day length in May is 13h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:57 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tatum have in May?

In Tatum, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Tatum?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tatum is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tatum, NM

Average temperature in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Tatum, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tatum, NM

Average wind speed in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Tatum, NM

Average humidity in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Tatum, NM

Average rainfall in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Tatum, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tatum, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tatum, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
Tatum, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tatum, 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 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tatum, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Tatum, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Tatum, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Tatum, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Tatum, NM

Average visibility in May - Tatum, 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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