Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Kansas City sees a steady low-temperature average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).Humidity
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Kansas City is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kansas City. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Kansas City aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Kansas City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.Daylight
In Kansas City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.On the first day of May in Kansas City, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Kansas City?
What are the most humid months in Kansas City?
What is the average humidity in May in Kansas City?
What is the rainiest month in Kansas City?
How many days does it rain in May in Kansas City?
What is the last month it snows in Kansas City?
What is the average length of the day in May in Kansas City?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kansas City?
How many hours of sunshine does Kansas City have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Kansas City?
What is the UV index reading in May in Kansas City?
Average temperature in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 73°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Kansas City, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Kansas 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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