May weather forecast
Hillsboro, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hillsboro, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Hillsboro records an average nighttime low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hillsboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Hillsboro, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 4.02" (102mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hillsboro?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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 May, the average day length is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hillsboro, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average pressure in May - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KS

Average wind speed in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average humidity in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average rainfall in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average snowfall in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Hillsboro, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hillsboro, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average UV index in May - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Hillsboro, KS

Average visibility in May - Hillsboro, 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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