May weather forecast
Durham, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Durham, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Durham's temperature drops to an average low of 55.8°F (13.2°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Durham.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Durham, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Durham in May?

In Durham, 74.3°F (23.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.8°F (13.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Durham?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in May in Durham?

The average relative humidity in May in Durham, Kansas, is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Durham?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Durham. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Durham in May?

In Durham, Kansas, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Durham?

In Durham, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Durham in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in May?

In May, the average day length in Durham is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Durham?

On the first day of May in Durham, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Durham?

The average sunshine duration in May in Durham is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Durham?

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

Average temperature in May - Durham, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°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 (25°F).

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Average pressure in May
Durham, KS

Average pressure in May - Durham, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Durham, KS

Average wind speed in May - Durham, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Durham, KS

Average humidity in May - Durham, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in May
Durham, KS

Average rainfall in May - Durham, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Durham, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Durham, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Durham, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Durham, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Durham, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Durham, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Durham, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Durham, KS

Average UV index in May - Durham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Durham, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Durham, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
Durham, KS

Average visibility in May - Durham, 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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