May weather forecastManhattan, KS
May
Weather in May
As Manhattan, Kansas, moves into May, temperature levels take a major leap, and the city starts experiencing a prefatory summer weather. Rain showers become more pronounced, with the month recording the highest precipitation all year. Despite the uptick in rainfall, there is no compromise on the increased daylight hours. The city becomes a hive of outdoor activities while the terrain turns lush and green. The distinguishing feature of May is the significant rise in temperature, which averages at a high of 73.2°F (22.9°C), and rainfall peaks at 3.9" (99mm), the highest all year.Temperature
In Manhattan, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C). Throughout May nights, Manhattan experiences a consistent temperature average of 55°F (12.8°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Manhattan, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Manhattan, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Average temperature in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"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).
Average wind speed in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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: 9h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Manhattan, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
Manhattan, 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).
