May weather forecast
Erie, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Erie, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.2°F (14°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). An average temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

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 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Erie, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°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 Erie, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Erie, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Erie have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Erie have in May?

In Erie, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Erie, 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 (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Erie, KS

Average pressure in May - Erie, 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
Erie, KS

Average wind speed in May - Erie, 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
Erie, KS

Average humidity in May - Erie, 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
Erie, KS

Average rainfall in May - Erie, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Erie, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Erie, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Erie, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Erie, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Erie, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Erie, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Erie, KS

Average UV index in May - Erie, 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
Erie, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Erie, KS

Average visibility in May - Erie, 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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