May weather forecast
Bassett, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Bassett, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

Bassett's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). During the nights in May, the temperature averages to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Bassett, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bassett is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bassett, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Bassett experiences an average high-temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and a low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bassett, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows in Bassett. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bassett?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bassett is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bassett, KS

Average temperature in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Bassett, KS

Average pressure in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bassett, KS

Average wind speed in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bassett, KS

Average humidity in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Bassett, KS

Average rainfall in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Bassett, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bassett, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bassett, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bassett, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Bassett, KS

Average UV index in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bassett, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Bassett, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Bassett, KS

Average visibility in May - Bassett, 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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