May weather forecast
Alto, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Alto, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). May presents a sharp fall from Alto's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Alto, New Mexico, is 32%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alto aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Alto, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Alto, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alto in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Alto, is 71.2°F (21.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Alto?

In Alto, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 32%.

How much does it rain in Alto in May?

In May, in Alto, New Mexico, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Alto?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alto aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In Alto, the average day length in May is 13h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Alto?

On the first day of May in Alto, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alto have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Alto is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alto?

In Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alto, NM

Average temperature in May - Alto, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Alto, NM

Average pressure in May - Alto, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Alto, NM

Average wind speed in May - Alto, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Alto, NM

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

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Average rainfall in May
Alto, NM

Average rainfall in May - Alto, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Alto, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Alto, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Alto, NM

Average snowfall in May - Alto, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Alto, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alto, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Alto, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Alto, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Alto, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Alto, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Alto, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Alto, NM

Average visibility in May - Alto, 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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