May weather forecastRaton, NM
May
Weather in May
May in Raton, New Mexico, marks the real commencement of spring. Unfolding warmer weather, the lowest temperature transits at 42.8°F (6°C), providing relief from the freezing cold. Rainfall dips a bit to 0.87" (22mm), paving the way for drier conditions. The vestiges of winter entirely vanish with the last flurries falling as only 1.06" (27mm) of snow, before leaving the realm for rain. The inhabitants witness blooming weather with extended sunshine and daylight hours, making outdoor activities an enjoyable venture.Temperature
Raton's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a moderate 59°F (15°C) in April to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). Despite the hot May days, Raton's nights see an average temperature plunge to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 42%.Rainfall
In Raton, in May, during 9.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raton, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Raton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Raton aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Raton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Raton, New Mexico, is 11.6h.UV index
In Raton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in May
Raton, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 68°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).
Average pressure in May
Raton, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Raton, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Raton, NM
- Average humidity in May: 42%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in May
Raton, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
Raton, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Raton, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Raton, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Raton, NM
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Raton, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Raton, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Raton, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 17
The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Raton, 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).
