May weather forecast
Buffalo, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Buffalo, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Buffalo notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 56.7°F (13.7°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Buffalo aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Buffalo, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Buffalo is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buffalo in May?

Buffalo in May has an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°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?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Buffalo, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 4.69" (119mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Buffalo?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Buffalo. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Buffalo aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buffalo, KS

Average temperature in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Buffalo, KS

Average pressure in May - Buffalo, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buffalo, KS

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Buffalo, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Buffalo, KS

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buffalo, KS

Average snowfall in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Buffalo, KS

Average UV index in May - Buffalo, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Buffalo, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Buffalo, KS

Average visibility in May - Buffalo, 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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