May weather forecastChanute, KS
May
Weather in May
May signifies the advent of consistently warm weather in conjunction with increased humidity. It is notably the wettest month with up to 3.74" (95mm) of rainfall. Longer daylight hours, plenty of sunshine, and an UV index of 6 suggest the start of the summer season. The wind slows down compared to April, leading to an ambiance that feels much warmer. By the end of May, the people of Chanute, Kansas commonly begin to enjoy various summer activities.Temperature
Chanute in May experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). In May, Chanute encounters an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) during the night.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Chanute.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Chanute. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Chanute, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Chanute, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
In Chanute, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in May
Chanute, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Chanute, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Chanute, 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).
Average humidity in May
Chanute, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Chanute, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Chanute, 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 January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Chanute, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Chanute, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chanute, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 42min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chanute, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (15.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Chanute, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Chanute, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Chanute, 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).
