May weather forecast
Gypsum, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Gypsum, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and an average low of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Gypsum's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Gypsum is May, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gypsum. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gypsum. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Gypsum aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Gypsum, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gypsum, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, in Gypsum, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Gypsum is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Gypsum?

In Gypsum, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.7°F (23.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the most humid month in Gypsum?

May is the most humid month in Gypsum, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in May in Gypsum?

In Gypsum, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Gypsum?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Gypsum. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Gypsum?

In Gypsum, Kansas, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Gypsum?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gypsum. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Gypsum aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gypsum have in May?

In Gypsum, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gypsum?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gypsum?

In Gypsum, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gypsum?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gypsum is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gypsum, KS

Average temperature in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Gypsum, KS

Average pressure in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gypsum, KS

Average wind speed in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Gypsum, KS

Average humidity in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Gypsum, KS

Average rainfall in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Gypsum, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gypsum, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gypsum, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gypsum, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gypsum, KS

Average UV index in May - Gypsum, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gypsum, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Gypsum, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Gypsum, KS

Average visibility in May - Gypsum, 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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