Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C). From significant daily highs, Lamesa's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C).Heat index
In May, the heat index is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 43%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout May, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lamesa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.1 days and collects up to 13.35" (339mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Lamesa, the average sunshine in May is 10.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Average temperature in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 85.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 12.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (9.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average humidity in May: 43%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (38%).
Average rainfall in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.3 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
Lamesa, TX
- 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: 10h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Lamesa, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in May
Lamesa, TX
- 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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