Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Las Cruces with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Las Cruces in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Las Cruces with warm temperatures, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 23°C, with nights close to 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Las Cruces will be around 23°C, with nights close to 12°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 4,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average chance of precipitation is only 4% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Las Cruces. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Las Cruces in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
24°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
20°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
4,9 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Las Cruces?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Las Cruces. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Las Cruces in May
With 37°C, Las Cruces hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Las Cruces
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Las Cruces, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Las Cruces
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Las Cruces, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Las Cruces.
Daily UV Index in May in Las Cruces
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Las Cruces, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Las Cruces Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Las Cruces, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Las Cruces Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Las Cruces, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Las Cruces
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Average Weather in Las Cruces by Month
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