May weather forecastSandia Heights, NM
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Sandia Heights, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).Temperature
With the transition into May, Sandia Heights experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). In Sandia Heights, the nighttime chill during May is a clear shift from the day's highs, with an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 29%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout May, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandia Heights, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.5 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Sandia Heights, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average humidity in May: 29%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).
Average rainfall in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").
Average rainfall days in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sandia Heights, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Sandia Heights, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 11
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Sandia Heights, 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).
