May weather forecast
Dodge City, KS

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The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas
The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas

Weather in May

May ushers in peak spring weather, and Dodge City, Kansas, sees an average maximum temperature of 76.8°F (24.9°C). It is also the month with the second-highest average rainfall, 2.64" (67mm), thus marking the culmination of the rainy season. Dodge City's May landscape transforms into a sprightly spectacle, with life blooming all around. The expectation of warmer temperatures and reduced precipitation in June further raises the communal spirit.

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C). Dodge City reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of May, with an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Dodge City is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dodge City is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dodge City in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dodge City during May are 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Dodge City?

In Dodge City, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

What is the wettest month in Dodge City?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Dodge City, Kansas. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dodge City in May?

In Dodge City, in May, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dodge City?

In Dodge City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Dodge City in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dodge City?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dodge City?

On the first day of May in Dodge City, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dodge City?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Dodge City is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Dodge City?

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

Average temperature in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dodge City, KS

Average pressure in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Dodge City, KS

Average wind speed in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Dodge City, KS

Average humidity in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dodge City, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dodge City, 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: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dodge City, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dodge City, KS

Average UV index in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dodge City, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Dodge City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Dodge City, KS

Average visibility in May - Dodge City, 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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