Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in April to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). May nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).Humidity
In Taos Ski Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 44%.Rainfall
In Taos Ski Valley, in May, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Taos Ski Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Taos Ski Valley are January through June, September through December. In Taos Ski Valley, in May, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 43.5" (1105mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Taos Ski Valley is 14h and 8min.On the first day of May in Taos Ski Valley, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Taos Ski Valley is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Taos Ski Valley?
What is the average humidity in May in Taos Ski Valley?
How many days does it rain in May in Taos Ski Valley?
How many days does it snow in May in Taos Ski Valley?
How many hours of daylight does Taos Ski Valley have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Taos Ski Valley?
How many hours of sunshine does Taos Ski Valley have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Taos Ski Valley?
Average temperature in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average humidity in May: 44%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 3.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.95").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Taos Ski Valley, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Taos Ski Valley, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Taos Ski Valley, NM
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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