Albuquerque · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 80°F, dipping to 53°F at night. Dry air (27% humidity) makes the heat more bearable than the numbers suggest. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
80° / 53°F
Humidity
27%
Rain days
5/mo
Wind
16 mph
What May feels like in Albuquerque
Sunrise
06:02
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:03
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Albuquerque in May
The kit for May in Albuquerque: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+8° avg high
+1 rain days
Albuquerque in April →
May
80°F avg high
5 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-11° avg high
+1 rain days
Albuquerque in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Albuquerque in May?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Albuquerque in May?+
Average high 80°F, average low 53°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Albuquerque?+
Compared to April (avg high 72°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 91°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Albuquerque in May?+
Expect about 5 measurable rain days in May, on average.