May weather forecast
Hobbs, NM

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Weather in May

With temperatures reaching comfortable highs, May dignifies the pre-summer season in Hobbs. Rising temperatures, increasing sunshine hours, and soaking rainfalls add vividness this month. The average rainfall heightens to 1.14" (29mm), marking a peak in precipitation. As June approaches, locals look forward to sunny summer mornings and warmer afternoons with decreased humidity. The intensity of the UV index also reaches its peak, indicating the start of the Summer solstice.

Temperature

As Hobbs enters May, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the 76.8°F (24.9°C) of April to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). Hobbs experiences a significant contrast between daily highs and an average nighttime temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during May.

Humidity

In Hobbs, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

In Hobbs, in May, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hobbs, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hobbs, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In Hobbs, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Hobbs in May?

In Hobbs, in May, the average high-temperature is 83.8°F (28.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hobbs?

In Hobbs, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hobbs?

In Hobbs, in May, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hobbs?

April through September are months without snowfall.

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

In Hobbs, the average day length in May is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hobbs?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hobbs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hobbs have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Hobbs?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Hobbs, New Mexico.

How high is the UV index in May in Hobbs?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hobbs, New Mexico, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hobbs, NM

Average temperature in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hobbs, NM

Average pressure in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Hobbs, NM

Average wind speed in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hobbs, NM

Average humidity in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hobbs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hobbs, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hobbs, NM

Average UV index in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hobbs, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Hobbs, NM

Average visibility in May - Hobbs, 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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