May weather forecast
Vallecitos, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Vallecitos, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

As Vallecitos enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) of April to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Vallecitos logs a considerable temperature decrease from the daytime highs during the nights in May, with an average reading of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 43%.

Rainfall

In May, in Vallecitos, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout May, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Vallecitos 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 Vallecitos, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:16 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 63°F (17.2°C) and 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 many days does it rain in May?

In Vallecitos, during May, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:16 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vallecitos have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Vallecitos, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Vallecitos, NM

Average temperature in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average pressure in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average wind speed in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average humidity in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average rainfall in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average UV index in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Vallecitos, 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
Vallecitos, NM

Average visibility in May - Vallecitos, 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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