May weather forecast
Lake Sumner, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Lake Sumner, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Lake Sumner notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Significant dips from daytime highs mark the May nights in Lake Sumner, with a consistent average temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 32%.

Rainfall

In Lake Sumner, in May, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Sumner, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lake Sumner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Sumner, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 32%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lake Sumner, in May, during 7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lake Sumner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Lake Sumner, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lake Sumner, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Sumner have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average temperature in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average pressure in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average wind speed in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average humidity in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average rainfall in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average snowfall in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 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
Lake Sumner, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Sumner, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average UV index in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Sumner, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Lake Sumner, NM

Average visibility in May - Lake Sumner, 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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