May weather forecastPratt, KS
May
Weather in May
In May, the weather in Pratt, Kansas, becomes warmer and more comfortable, setting the stage for the buzzing summer months. A striking characteristic is the significant rise in rainfall, reaching around 3.7" (94mm); the highest in the year. The increase in temperature floats a gentle reminder of the hot season awaiting just around the corner. Pleasant nights with a touch of cool breeze make it suitable for evening strolls and night-time barbecue sessions. With increased daylight hours, May is indeed an enjoyable preamble to the summer season.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). Throughout May, Pratt's nights cool down to an average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Pratt, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Pratt is 14h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Pratt, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
In Pratt, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pratt, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Pratt, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"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).
Average wind speed in May
Pratt, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 11.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Pratt, KS
- Average humidity in May: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).
Average rainfall in May
Pratt, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Pratt, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pratt, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pratt, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Pratt, 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: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pratt, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Pratt, KS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Pratt, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in May
Pratt, 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).
