May weather forecastLincoln, NM
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Lincoln, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.6°F (9.2°C) and max 71.8°F (22.1°C).Temperature
The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). From the height of daytime heat, the temperature recedes to an average of 48.6°F (9.2°C) at night during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 32%.Rainfall
In Lincoln, in May, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.5 rainfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lincoln aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.On the first day of May in Lincoln, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Lincoln, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lincoln is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in May
Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average humidity in May: 32%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).
Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 7.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Lincoln, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 14
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Lincoln, 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).
