May weather forecast
Altoona, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Altoona, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in April to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Altoona, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Altoona is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Altoona, Kansas, is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Altoona.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Altoona is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Altoona?

In Altoona, 74.1°F (23.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.4°F (14.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Altoona?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Altoona?

In Altoona, Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Altoona?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Altoona in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Altoona?

April through October are months without snowfall in Altoona.

What is the average length of the day in May in Altoona?

The average day length in May in Altoona, Kansas, is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Altoona?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altoona, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Altoona?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Altoona is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Altoona?

In Altoona, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Altoona, KS

Average temperature in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in May
Altoona, KS

Average pressure in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Altoona, KS

Average wind speed in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Altoona, KS

Average humidity in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Altoona, KS

Average rainfall in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in May
Altoona, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Altoona, KS

Average snowfall in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Altoona, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Altoona, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Altoona, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Altoona, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Altoona, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Altoona, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Altoona, KS

Average visibility in May - Altoona, 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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