May weather forecast
Ponca City, OK

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Weather in May

May is the doorstep to summer in Ponca City with noticeably higher temperatures. This warm shift interspersed with considerable rainfall defines this month. Moreover, the increase in daylight hours brings longer, brighter days to the city. There is a slight uptick in cloud coverage, adding to the humidity. Most striking, temperatures are reported from 76.5°F (24.7°C) to 58.6°F (14.8°C) with maximum rainfall of approximately 4.29" (109mm).

Temperature

As Ponca City welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). During May, Ponca City records an average temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ponca City is May, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ponca City, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Ponca City, Oklahoma, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Ponca City is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ponca City in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ponca City, is 76.5°F (24.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Ponca City?

The most humid month in Ponca City, Oklahoma, is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Ponca City?

In Ponca City, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Ponca City?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Ponca City. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ponca City in May?

In Ponca City, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 4.29" (109mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ponca City?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ponca City?

The average day length in May in Ponca City is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ponca City?

On the first day of May in Ponca City, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration in Ponca City, Oklahoma, is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Ponca City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ponca City, Oklahoma, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ponca City, OK

Average temperature in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°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 (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ponca City, OK

Average pressure in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Ponca City, OK

Average wind speed in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ponca City, OK

Average humidity in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ponca City, OK

Average rainfall in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ponca City, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ponca City, OK

Average snowfall in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ponca City, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ponca City, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ponca City, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ponca City, OK

Average UV index in May - Ponca City, OK
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ponca City, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Ponca City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in May
Ponca City, OK

Average visibility in May - Ponca City, OK
  • 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).

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