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
The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 75°F (23.9°C) to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). Despite the high peak temperatures, Columbus witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in May.Humidity
The least humid month in Columbus is May, with an average relative humidity of 21%.Rainfall
In Columbus, during May, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 8.35" (212mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Columbus, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Columbus, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Columbus, the average sunshine in May is 11.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Columbus are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Columbus?
How much does it rain in Columbus in May?
When it does not snow in Columbus?
How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Columbus?
How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Columbus?
What is the UV index reading in May in Columbus?
Average temperature in May
Columbus, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 82.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (53.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in May
Columbus, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Columbus, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and September (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Columbus, NM
- Average humidity in May: 21%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).
Average rainfall in May
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").
Average rainfall days in May
Columbus, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Columbus, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Columbus, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Columbus, NM
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Columbus, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 26.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Columbus, NM
- 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Columbus, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in May
Columbus, 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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