May weather forecastBernalillo, NM
May
Weather in May
May marks the beginning of the hot and dry summer season in Bernalillo with a noticeable increase in daily sunshine to nearly 11.8 hours. The increase in temperatures from April is significant but the moderate rainfall and wind conditions provide a balance. It is around this time that the landscape transforms into a vibrant hue thanks to the combination of sunlight and the nominal rainfall. As the month progresses, the days start getting hotter, setting the tone for the scorching months of summer that lie ahead.Temperature
May in Bernalillo brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). May nights in Bernalillo present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Bernalillo is 29%.Rainfall
In Bernalillo, during May, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In Bernalillo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73 days and collects up to 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Bernalillo, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Bernalillo, New Mexico, the average sunshine in May is 11.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average humidity in May: 29%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).
Average rainfall in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and June (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4 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
Bernalillo, NM
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 22.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bernalillo, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
Bernalillo, 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).
