May weather forecast
Kansas City, MO

Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city
Panorama of Kansas City, Missouri in the US, with an old statue of a scout boy looking towards the city

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kansas City, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

In Kansas City, the average high-temperature in May increases from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). In May, in Kansas City, the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 5.12" (130mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kansas City, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Kansas City.

Daylight

In Kansas City, Missouri, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kansas City is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 8 translate into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Kansas City?

In May, in Kansas City, Missouri, the average high-temperature is 75.9°F (24.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kansas City?

The average relative humidity in May in Kansas City, Missouri, is 68%.

How much does it rain in Kansas City in May?

In Kansas City, Missouri, in May, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 5.12" (130mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kansas City?

In Kansas City, Missouri, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Kansas City in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Kansas City have in May?

In May, the average day length in Kansas City, Missouri, is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kansas City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kansas City?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kansas City?

In Kansas City, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kansas City, MO

Average temperature in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.4°F).

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Average humidity in May
Kansas City, MO

Average humidity in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62.9%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kansas City, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 20min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 52min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 29min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average UV index in May
Kansas City, MO

Average UV index in May - Kansas City, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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