May weather forecast
Mescalero, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mescalero, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, adjusting from a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Mescalero experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during May, with the average nighttime reading settling at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Mescalero, New Mexico, is 32%.

Rainfall

In Mescalero, during May, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mescalero, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mescalero are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Mescalero aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mescalero, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mescalero is 11.5h.

UV index

In Mescalero, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Mescalero?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Mescalero, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mescalero?

The average relative humidity in May in Mescalero, New Mexico, is 32%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mescalero?

In May, in Mescalero, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Mescalero?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Mescalero. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Mescalero aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Mescalero, New Mexico, is 13h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mescalero?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mescalero, New Mexico, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mescalero have in May?

In Mescalero, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mescalero?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mescalero, NM

Average temperature in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°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 (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mescalero, NM

Average pressure in May - Mescalero, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Mescalero, NM

Average wind speed in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mescalero, NM

Average humidity in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mescalero, NM

Average rainfall in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mescalero, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mescalero, NM

Average snowfall in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mescalero, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mescalero, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mescalero, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mescalero, NM

Average UV index in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mescalero, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Mescalero, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Mescalero, NM

Average visibility in May - Mescalero, 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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