May weather forecast
Kansas, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kansas, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.1°F (13.4°C) and max 72.7°F (22.6°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Kansas's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In Kansas, an average temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

In Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Kansas, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kansas, is 72.7°F (22.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Kansas, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Kansas, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kansas have in May?

In Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kansas, IL

Average temperature in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Kansas, IL

Average pressure in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kansas, IL

Average wind speed in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Kansas, IL

Average humidity in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Kansas, IL

Average rainfall in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Kansas, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kansas, IL

Average snowfall in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kansas, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Kansas, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kansas, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kansas, IL

Average UV index in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Kansas, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Kansas, IL

Average visibility in May - Kansas, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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