May weather forecast
University Park, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in University Park, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from 76.3°F (24.6°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). University Park's nighttime average of 59.4°F (15.2°C) during May reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months in University Park.

Rainfall

In University Park, during May, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In University Park, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in University Park is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in University Park is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in University Park in May?

During May, University Park experiences an average high-temperature of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and a low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What are the least humid months in University Park?

The months with the lowest humidity in University Park are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%.

What is the average humidity in May in University Park?

In University Park, the average relative humidity in May is 22%.

How many days does it rain in May in University Park?

In May, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in University Park?

March through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in May?

In University Park, the average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in University Park?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in University Park?

The average sunshine duration in May in University Park, New Mexico, is 11.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in University Park?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in University Park.

What is the UV index reading in May in University Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in University Park, New Mexico, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
University Park, NM

Average temperature in May - University Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
University Park, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
University Park, NM

Average wind speed in May - University Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
University Park, NM

Average humidity in May - University Park, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

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Average rainfall in May
University Park, NM

Average rainfall in May - University Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
University Park, NM

Average rainfall days in May - University Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
University Park, NM

Average snowfall in May - University Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
University Park, NM

Average snowfall days in May - University Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
University Park, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - University Park, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
University Park, NM

Average sunshine days in May - University Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
University Park, NM

Average UV index in May - University Park, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
University Park, NM

Average cloud cover in May - University Park, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
University Park, NM

Average visibility in May - University Park, 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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