May weather forecast
Hays, KS

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Weather in May

In May, Hays, Kansas, starts to experience early signs of summer with warmer temperatures replacing the spring coolness. Reflecting this seasonal change, there is more sunshine with longer daylight hours. The end of spring can be associated with increased moisture, as confirmed by May having the highest rainfall of the year, measuring up to 2.95" (75mm). May also ushers in a new breath of warmer wind, bringing elements of summer. Temperatures continue to climb into June, signaling the official start of summer.

Temperature

May's arrival in Hays brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). Hays sees an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) during May.

Humidity

In Hays, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Hays. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Hays. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hays aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Hays, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hays, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Hays, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Hays is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hays is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hays in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hays, Kansas, during May are 75°F (23.9°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Hays?

In May, the average relative humidity in Hays is 64%.

What is the rainiest month in Hays?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hays in May?

In Hays, Kansas, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hays?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Hays. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hays aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Hays?

The average day length in May in Hays is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hays?

On the first day of May in Hays, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hays?

In Hays, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Hays?

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

Average temperature in May - Hays, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Hays, KS

Average pressure in May - Hays, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hays, KS

Average wind speed in May - Hays, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Hays, KS

Average humidity in May - Hays, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Hays, KS

Average rainfall in May - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Hays, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hays, KS

Average snowfall in May - Hays, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hays, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Hays, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hays, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hays, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Hays, KS

Average UV index in May - Hays, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Hays, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Hays, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Hays, KS

Average visibility in May - Hays, 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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