May weather forecast
Moriarty, NM

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Weather in May

May in Moriarty, New Mexico faces warmer daily temperatures, with days growing longer and more sunshine. Spring is in full swing with less snow falling than in April, marking the average snowfall at a mere 0.63" (16mm) over less than one day. Concurrently, humidity continues to decline even further. The wind slows down a bit, providing softer breezes for residents to enjoy, contrasting the trend seen since February. The overall increase in temperature and daylight signifies the clear embracing of spring.

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Moriarty's May nights bring a significant temperature shift, averaging at a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

In Moriarty, the average relative humidity in May is 32%.

Rainfall

In Moriarty, in May, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Moriarty, New Mexico, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Moriarty. May is the last month it regularly snows in Moriarty. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Moriarty aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Moriarty is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Moriarty is 11.7h.

UV index

In Moriarty, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Moriarty in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Moriarty, is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Moriarty?

In May, the average relative humidity in Moriarty is 32%.

How many days does it rain in May in Moriarty?

In Moriarty, in May, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Moriarty?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Moriarty. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Moriarty aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Moriarty have in May?

In Moriarty, New Mexico, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Moriarty?

On the first day of May in Moriarty, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Moriarty?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Moriarty is 11.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Moriarty?

In Moriarty, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Moriarty, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in May
Moriarty, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Moriarty, NM

Average wind speed in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Moriarty, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in May
Moriarty, NM

Average rainfall in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Moriarty, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Moriarty, NM

Average snowfall in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Moriarty, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 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
Moriarty, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Moriarty, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Moriarty, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Moriarty, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Moriarty, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Moriarty, NM

Average visibility in May - Moriarty, 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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