May weather forecastSalt Gap, TX

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salt Gap, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average high of 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's 79.3°F (26.3°C) to a still warm 85.5°F (29.7°C). Salt Gap records a consistent low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) during May nights.

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Salt Gap, Texas, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 5, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During May, Salt Gap experiences an average high-temperature of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

May, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are most humid months.

In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

In Salt Gap, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

April through October are months without snowfall.

In Salt Gap, the average day length in May is 13h and 46min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salt Gap, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

79.3°F

85.5°F

92.8°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14mph

13.2mph

12.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

10.4

13.8

9.2

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.8

13.5

17.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average high temperature in May: 85.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).

Average low temperature in May: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average wind speed in May: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average humidity in May: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, November and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min

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

Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average UV index in May: 7

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

Average cloud cover in May
Salt Gap, TX

Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in May
Salt Gap, TX

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).