May weather forecastTopeka, KS
May
Weather in May
As Topeka, Kansas transitions into May, the weather takes on a summery feel with increasing daylight hours and warming temperatures. Rainfall becomes more prevalent, serving as a respite from the escalating heat. Temperatures elevate to notably warmer levels, providing a clear shift from spring to summer. The averages sit from 55.6°F (13.1°C) to 73°F (22.8°C), illustrating the warmer May climate. With longer days and a notable increase in rain, May marks the onset of summer weather.Temperature
May's arrival in Topeka signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C) in April to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Topeka, 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 6:23 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Topeka, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 73°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Topeka, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Topeka, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Topeka, KS
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Topeka, 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: 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
Topeka, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Topeka, 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).
