May weather forecast
Lovington, NM

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Weather in May

In May, Lovington vastly transitions into summer heat. The mercury peaks at 82.9°F (28.3°C) which is significantly warmer compared to April's typical temperatures. The increasing heat sets the stage for the impending hot and humid summer months of June, July, and August. Despite the rising temperatures, the city also witnesses the wettest month of the spring season. A waterproof jacket might come in handy for the unpredictable rain showers.

Temperature

May's arrival in Lovington coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Lovington records an average nighttime temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Lovington is 36%.

Rainfall

In Lovington, in May, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lovington, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Lovington, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Lovington, New Mexico, is 11.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Lovington during May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lovington, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.1°F (15.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lovington?

In Lovington, the average relative humidity in May is 36%.

How much does it rain in Lovington in May?

In Lovington, in May, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lovington?

In Lovington, New Mexico, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Lovington in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lovington have in May?

In Lovington, New Mexico, the average day length in May is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lovington?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lovington, New Mexico, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:56 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lovington?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lovington is 11.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lovington?

In Lovington, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lovington, NM

Average temperature in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lovington, NM

Average pressure in May - Lovington, 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
Lovington, NM

Average wind speed in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lovington, NM

Average humidity in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lovington, NM

Average rainfall in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lovington, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lovington, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lovington, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
Lovington, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lovington, 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
Lovington, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lovington, NM

Average UV index in May - Lovington, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Lovington, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in May
Lovington, NM

Average visibility in May - Lovington, 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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