May weather forecastPittsburg, KS
May
Weather in May
May lays the groundwork for the onset of the humid summer season in Pittsburg. Prevailing May warmth offers a stark contrast to April's moderate springtime temperatures. The highest recorded precipitation levels within the year appear in May, with rainfall levels soaring to 5.67" (144mm). Breathtaking springtime blooms start surrendering to summer's call as daylight hours begin stretching. June escalates the dial on humidity and temperature, with days becoming noticeably hotter.Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Pittsburg dips to an average of 57.4°F (14.1°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 5.67" (144mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Pittsburg. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Pittsburg aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pittsburg, Kansas, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Pittsburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
In Pittsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 5.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Pittsburg, 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 December (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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: 8h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Pittsburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Pittsburg, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Pittsburg, 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).
