May weather forecast
Garden City, KS

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Weather in May

May in Garden City, Kansas brings about a significant rise of warmth, as temperatures increase notably from April. The outdoor conditions become more favourable for picnics or similar activities, under clear skies with 28% cloud cover. Rainfall is also at its highest, reaching up to 1.97" (50mm). The appearance of a higher UV Index calls for necessary sun protection measures. The maximized daylight duration lends charm to the right blend of warmth and rain in the heartland of America.

Temperature

As May arrives in Garden City, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). In Garden City, the average temperature during the nights of May marks a significant drop from the daily high, settling at a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Garden City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Garden City, Kansas, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

In Garden City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Garden City in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Garden City, is 76.8°F (24.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Garden City, in May, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Garden City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Garden City, the average day length in May is 14h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in May?

In Garden City, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

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

Average pressure in May
Garden City, KS

Average pressure in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Garden City, KS

Average wind speed in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Garden City, KS

Average humidity in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Garden City, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Garden City, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Garden City, KS

Average UV index in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Garden City, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Garden City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Garden City, KS

Average visibility in May - Garden City, 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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