May weather forecast
Clayton, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Clayton, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 73.2°F (22.9°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C). During the nights in May, Clayton observes an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clayton aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.7 days and aggregates up to 10.31" (262mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 73.2°F (22.9°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Clayton, Kansas, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in May?

In Clayton, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clayton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading 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
Clayton, KS

Average temperature in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Clayton, KS

Average pressure in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Clayton, KS

Average wind speed in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Clayton, KS

Average humidity in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Clayton, KS

Average rainfall in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Clayton, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clayton, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clayton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clayton, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clayton, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Clayton, KS

Average UV index in May - Clayton, 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
Clayton, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Clayton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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

Average visibility in May
Clayton, KS

Average visibility in May - Clayton, 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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