May weather forecast
Yates, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Yates, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Despite the stark contrast with daytime temperatures, Yates's May nights average at a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Yates aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Yates?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Yates, New Mexico, 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, Yates aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Yates, the average day length in May is 14h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yates have in May?

In Yates, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Yates, NM

Average temperature in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average pressure in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average wind speed in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average humidity in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average rainfall in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average snowfall in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Yates, 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 48min).

  • 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
Yates, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average UV index in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Yates, 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
Yates, NM

Average visibility in May - Yates, 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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