May weather forecast
Altamont, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Altamont, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 75°F (23.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in May, edging from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). During May, Altamont consistently records a temperature low averaging a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Altamont.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Altamont. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Altamont, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.9 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Altamont, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Altamont, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Altamont?

The high-temperature, in May, in Altamont, records 75°F (23.9°C), while the low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Altamont?

May is the most humid month in Altamont, Kansas, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Altamont?

The average relative humidity in May in Altamont is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Altamont?

The month with the most rainfall in Altamont, Kansas, is May, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Altamont in May?

In Altamont, Kansas, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Altamont?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altamont have in May?

The average day length in May in Altamont, Kansas, is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Altamont?

On the first day of May in Altamont, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altamont have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Altamont?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Altamont is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Altamont, KS

Average temperature in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Altamont, KS

Average pressure in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Altamont, KS

Average wind speed in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Altamont, KS

Average humidity in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Altamont, KS

Average rainfall in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Altamont, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Altamont, KS

Average snowfall in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Altamont, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Altamont, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Altamont, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Altamont, KS

Average UV index in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Altamont, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Altamont, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Altamont, KS

Average visibility in May - Altamont, KS
  • 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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