May weather forecast
Edwardsville, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Edwardsville, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

Edwardsville's transition into May is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During the month of May, Edwardsville anticipates a mean low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Edwardsville. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Edwardsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Edwardsville, there are 17 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Edwardsville, Kansas, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Edwardsville, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Edwardsville. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Edwardsville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Edwardsville during May are 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Edwardsville?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Edwardsville?

In Edwardsville, Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Edwardsville?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Edwardsville, Kansas. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Edwardsville in May?

In Edwardsville, Kansas, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Edwardsville?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Edwardsville. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Edwardsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Edwardsville?

On the first day of May in Edwardsville, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Edwardsville?

The average sunshine duration in May in Edwardsville, Kansas, is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Edwardsville?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Edwardsville.

What is the UV index reading in May in Edwardsville?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Edwardsville is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average temperature in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average pressure in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average wind speed in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average humidity in May - Edwardsville, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average rainfall in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average snowfall in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Edwardsville, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Edwardsville, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Edwardsville, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Edwardsville, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Edwardsville, KS

Average visibility in May - Edwardsville, 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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