May weather forecast
Sedan, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sedan, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.8°F (23.8°C) and min 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Sedan in May observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

In Sedan, in May, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sedan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sedan are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sedan, New Mexico. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sedan aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sedan, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sedan, New Mexico, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sedan is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sedan?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sedan are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sedan?

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

How much does it rain in Sedan in May?

In Sedan, New Mexico, in May, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sedan?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Sedan aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sedan have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sedan?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:03 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sedan?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Sedan?

In Sedan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sedan, NM

Average temperature in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sedan, NM

Average pressure in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sedan, NM

Average wind speed in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sedan, NM

Average humidity in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sedan, NM

Average rainfall in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sedan, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sedan, NM

Average snowfall in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sedan, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Sedan, NM

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sedan, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sedan, NM

Average UV index in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sedan, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Sedan, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Sedan, NM

Average visibility in May - Sedan, 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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