May weather forecast
San Cristobal, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in San Cristobal, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.5°F (16.4°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). San Cristobal registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout May nights, with an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in San Cristobal is 42%.

Rainfall

In San Cristobal, in May, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In San Cristobal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in San Cristobal. During 3.3 snowfall days, in May, San Cristobal aggregates 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In San Cristobal, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.8 days and aggregates up to 43.15" (1096mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in San Cristobal is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In San Cristobal, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in San Cristobal?

The high-temperature, in May, in San Cristobal, is 61.5°F (16.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in San Cristobal?

The average relative humidity in May in San Cristobal is 42%.

How many days does it rain in May in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, New Mexico, in May, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in San Cristobal?

May is the last month it regularly snows in San Cristobal, New Mexico. During 3.3 snowfall days, in May, San Cristobal aggregates 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does San Cristobal have in May?

In San Cristobal, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in San Cristobal?

On the first day of May in San Cristobal, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does San Cristobal have in May?

In San Cristobal, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average temperature in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average pressure in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average wind speed in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average humidity in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall days in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall days in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average sunshine days in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average UV index in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average cloud cover in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in May
San Cristobal, NM

Average visibility in May - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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