May weather forecast
McPherson, KS

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Weather in May

May in McPherson, Kansas, signifies the official beginning of the warm season, with temperatures climbing more significantly. Rainfall also reaches its peak, recording at 4.13in, signaling the end of the drought-like conditions due to the preceding low-rain months. The period is further characterized by an increase in daylight hours, allowing more time for outdoor activities. Despite the pleasant conditions, an uptick in humidity levels can make the weather feel hotter than it is. Preparing for the forthcoming summer months, locals adapt to the increasingly warmer climate and the longer daylight hours.

Temperature

May's arrival in McPherson signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). Throughout the month of May, McPherson sees a steady low-temperature average of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, May is the most humid month in McPherson.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in McPherson. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, McPherson aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McPherson, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in McPherson is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, in McPherson, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In McPherson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. 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 McPherson?

The high-temperature, in May, in McPherson, records 74.7°F (23.7°C), while the low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What is the most humid month in McPherson?

May is the most humid month in McPherson, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May in McPherson?

In McPherson, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

What is the rainiest month in McPherson?

May is the month with the most rainfall in McPherson. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in McPherson?

In McPherson, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in McPherson?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, McPherson aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in McPherson?

In McPherson, Kansas, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in McPherson?

On the first day of May in McPherson, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in McPherson?

In McPherson, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in McPherson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in McPherson, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
McPherson, KS

Average temperature in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in May
McPherson, KS

Average pressure in May - McPherson, 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
McPherson, KS

Average wind speed in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
McPherson, KS

Average humidity in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in May
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall days in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
McPherson, KS

Average snowfall in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
McPherson, KS

Average snowfall days in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 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
McPherson, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - McPherson, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
McPherson, KS

Average sunshine days in May - McPherson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in May
McPherson, KS

Average UV index in May - McPherson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
McPherson, KS

Average visibility in May - McPherson, 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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