May weather forecastDighton, KS
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Dighton, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C).Temperature
May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Dighton demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of May, with an average nighttime temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Dighton, Kansas. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dighton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dighton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Dighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Dighton is 14h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Dighton, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dighton, Kansas, is 10.2h.UV index
In Dighton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dighton, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (26.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Dighton, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dighton, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Dighton, KS
- Average humidity in May: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (49%).
Average rainfall in May
Dighton, 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 November (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Dighton, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dighton, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dighton, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dighton, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dighton, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Dighton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Dighton, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Dighton, 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).
