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Albuquerque weather in May (New Mexico, United States of America)

How does the May weather in Albuquerque compare to other months? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Albuquerque during May, which means high temperatures and low rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 27°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Albuquerque in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. This month experiences about 5 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 347 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Albuquerque. March, April, May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Albuquerque climate page with graphs.

 

Albuquerque, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 31%  
SunshineSunshine 347 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 80%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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