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
The arrival of May brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). During May, Lawrence sees a mean low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month in Lawrence, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lawrence, Kansas, are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows in Lawrence. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lawrence, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in Lawrence, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lawrence, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lawrence, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lawrence, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Lawrence, 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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