May weather forecast
Fort Sumner, NM

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Weather in May

May acts as a precursor to the approaching summer as noticeable variations in temperature occur. The highest rainfall intensifies to 0.63in this month, outlining May as one of the months with the heaviest precipitation. The extended daylight hours and favorable temperatures attract outdoor enthusiasts. The UV index begins to rise substantially, signaling the need for sun protection. While the rainfall pattern tends to increase, snowfall becomes non-existant.

Temperature

Fort Sumner's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks May, with the month recording a nightly average of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Fort Sumner is 32%.

Rainfall

In May, in Fort Sumner, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Sumner, there are 78.6 rainfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Sumner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Fort Sumner, New Mexico, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Sumner is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Sumner in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Fort Sumner, is 78.1°F (25.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Sumner?

The average relative humidity in May in Fort Sumner is 32%.

How many days does it rain in May in Fort Sumner?

In May, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Sumner?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Fort Sumner in May?

In May, in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fort Sumner?

In May, the average day length in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fort Sumner?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:04 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Sumner have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fort Sumner is 11.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fort Sumner?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average temperature in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average pressure in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average wind speed in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average humidity in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average UV index in May - Fort Sumner, 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
Fort Sumner, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Sumner, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Fort Sumner, NM

Average visibility in May - Fort Sumner, 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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