May weather forecast
Glen Elder, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Glen Elder, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.9°F (23.3°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Glen Elder notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). During the month of May, Glen Elder anticipates a mean low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Glen Elder, Kansas. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Glen Elder aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Glen Elder, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In Glen Elder, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Glen Elder in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Glen Elder, is 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Glen Elder, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Glen Elder aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Glen Elder, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Elder have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average temperature in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average pressure in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average wind speed in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average humidity in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average rainfall in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average snowfall in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glen Elder, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average UV index in May - Glen Elder, 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
Glen Elder, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Glen Elder, KS

Average visibility in May - Glen Elder, 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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