May weather forecast
Franklin, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franklin, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and an average high of 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Franklin's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Franklin experiences an average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) in month of May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Franklin is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Franklin is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Franklin, records 74.3°F (23.5°C), while the low-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Franklin?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Franklin, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?

In Franklin, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Franklin?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin, KS

Average pressure in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Franklin, KS

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin, KS

Average humidity in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin, KS

Average snowfall in May - Franklin, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin, KS

Average UV index in May - Franklin, 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
Franklin, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Franklin, KS

Average visibility in May - Franklin, 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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