May weather forecast
El Dorado, KS

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Weather in May

In May, summer begins to make its presence felt in El Dorado, Kansas, as the mercury climbs to an average of 73.9°F (23.3°C). Interestingly, it is the month with the highest relative humidity at 76%, leading to a more sultry feeling. Despite the notable increase in temperature, rainfall and cloud cover remain stable, differing little from April's record. The continuation of robust wind speeds also underscores a degree of consistency with the previous month.

Temperature

The shift into May in El Dorado is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the most humid month in El Dorado.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in El Dorado.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In El Dorado, 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in El Dorado?

An average high-temperature, in May, in El Dorado, is 73.9°F (23.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the most humid month in El Dorado?

May is the most humid month in El Dorado, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in El Dorado?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in El Dorado in May?

In El Dorado, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 4.72" (120mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in El Dorado in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does El Dorado have in May?

The average day length in May in El Dorado, Kansas, is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in El Dorado?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in El Dorado?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in El Dorado, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
El Dorado, KS

Average temperature in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
El Dorado, KS

Average pressure in May - El Dorado, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
El Dorado, KS

Average wind speed in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
El Dorado, KS

Average humidity in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall days in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall days in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
El Dorado, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - El Dorado, 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: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
El Dorado, KS

Average sunshine days in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
El Dorado, KS

Average UV index in May - El Dorado, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
El Dorado, KS

Average cloud cover in May - El Dorado, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in May
El Dorado, KS

Average visibility in May - El Dorado, 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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