May weather forecastBelen, NM
May
Weather in May
May progresses into the late spring and makes the transition into summer in Belen, New Mexico. The city’s weather in May signifies the end of the spring season. It facilitates a distinct switchover to warm temperatures, peaking at an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C) and a low of 52.2°F (11.2°C). Accompanied by longer daylight hours, this month sets an excellent platform for the incoming summer.Temperature
As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). In May, Belen experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).Humidity
In Belen, the average relative humidity in May is 26%.Rainfall
In Belen, in May, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.7 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Belen, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Belen is 13h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Belen is 11.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Belen is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in May
Belen, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Belen, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Belen, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Belen, NM
- Average humidity in May: 26%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).
Average rainfall in May
Belen, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Belen, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Belen, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Belen, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Belen, NM
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Belen, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Belen, NM
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Belen, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
Belen, 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).
