May 3 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Santa Fe. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 19°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Santa Fe—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Santa Fe
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Santa Fe Weather Forecast for May 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.7°C. 10% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Santa Fe in May
Based on historical data for May 3, Santa Fe typically experiences temperatures between 5.5°C and 18.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santa Fe
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
18.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
10%
Avg 0.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~10% chance
Pressure
1011.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Santa Fe Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 85% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 50+, limit exposure 10am-4pm
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 10 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 15 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 25 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
2.5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Moderate
40/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~14
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Santa Fe
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:10
☀️ Noon
12:01
🌇 Sunset
18:52
⏱️ Daylight
13h 41m
Wind Speed
22.9 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
12.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
34%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Santa Fe
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Santa Fe on May 3 averages 18.7°C with a 10% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Santa Fe Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 6
19.9°C • 6% rain
Score
96
May 7
19.9°C • 7% rain
Score
96
May 9
20°C • 6% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Santa Fe Worth Visiting on May 3?
Planning a trip to Santa Fe on May 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.7°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 14 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.1°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 0.4°C in 2018.