May weather forecastWaKeeney, KS
May
Weather in May
May in WaKeeney, Kansas, is marked by consistent warmth, considerable rainfall of 2.76" (70mm), and no prospects of snowfall. An increase in the temperature from April signals the oncoming arrival of summer. The landscapes become more vivid as flowering trees and plants reach their full bloom. With the extended hours of daylight, outdoor activities become more enjoyable. May is usually a delightful month, with a pleasant mix of sun, light showers, and gentle breezes.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). WaKeeney encounters an average low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) during May nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in WaKeeney is 61%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in WaKeeney, Kansas, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in WaKeeney. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, WaKeeney aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In WaKeeney, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in WaKeeney is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in May
WaKeeney, 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 (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average humidity in May: 61%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).
Average rainfall in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
WaKeeney, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
WaKeeney, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
WaKeeney, 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).
