May weather forecast
Achilles, KS

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Weather in May

May signifies the advent of summer in Achilles, Kansas with a noticeable jump in temperatures. Mid-year weather is characterized by high temperatures that reach 72.3°F (22.4°C), accompanied by extended daylight hours. The month, enveloped in a warm atmosphere, witnesses an increase in rainfall, primarily associated with the well-known May showers. Wind speeds moderate slightly in comparison to the preceding spring months, providing a lull before the summer heatwave. A suitable weather, paired with the refreshing morning air, calls for outdoor activities in May.

Temperature

The onset of May introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). During May, the average low-temperature in Achilles, Kansas, is a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In Achilles, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Achilles. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Achilles. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Achilles aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Achilles, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Achilles is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In Achilles, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Achilles?

During May, Achilles experiences an average high-temperature of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Achilles?

In Achilles, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.

What is the wettest month in Achilles?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Achilles, Kansas. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Achilles?

In May, in Achilles, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Achilles?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Achilles. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Achilles aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Achilles?

The average day length in May in Achilles, Kansas, is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Achilles?

On the first day of May in Achilles, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Achilles?

In Achilles, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Achilles?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Achilles, Kansas, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Achilles, KS

Average temperature in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Achilles, KS

Average pressure in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Achilles, KS

Average wind speed in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Achilles, KS

Average humidity in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Achilles, KS

Average rainfall in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Achilles, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Achilles, KS

Average snowfall in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Achilles, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Achilles, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Achilles, KS
  • 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Achilles, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Achilles, KS

Average UV index in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Achilles, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Achilles, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Achilles, KS

Average visibility in May - Achilles, 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).

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