May weather forecast
Topeka, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Topeka, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Topeka, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Topeka aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Topeka, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 15.79" (401mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Topeka, records 68.9°F (20.5°C), while the low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Topeka, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Topeka aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:09 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Topeka have in May?

In Topeka, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Topeka, IN

Average temperature in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Topeka, IN

Average pressure in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Topeka, IN

Average wind speed in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Topeka, IN

Average humidity in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Topeka, IN

Average rainfall in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Topeka, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Topeka, IN

Average snowfall in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Topeka, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Topeka, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Topeka, IN

Average UV index in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Topeka, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Topeka, IN

Average visibility in May - Topeka, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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