May weather forecast
La Plata, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in La Plata, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

La Plata's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). La Plata records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in La Plata is 30%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout May, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.9 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In La Plata, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In La Plata, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in La Plata is 11.6h.

UV index

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in La Plata?

The average high-temperature, in May, in La Plata, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in La Plata?

In La Plata, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 30%.

How many days does it rain in May in La Plata?

In La Plata, in May, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in La Plata?

In La Plata, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in La Plata in May?

In May, in La Plata, New Mexico, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in La Plata?

The average day length in May in La Plata is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in La Plata?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in La Plata?

The average sunshine duration in May in La Plata, New Mexico, is 11.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in La Plata?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in La Plata is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
La Plata, NM

Average temperature in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
La Plata, NM

Average pressure in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
La Plata, NM

Average wind speed in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
La Plata, NM

Average humidity in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

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Average rainfall in May
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
La Plata, NM

Average rainfall days in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
La Plata, NM

Average snowfall days in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
La Plata, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
La Plata, NM

Average sunshine days in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
La Plata, NM

Average UV index in May - La Plata, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
La Plata, NM

Average cloud cover in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in May
La Plata, NM

Average visibility in May - La Plata, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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