May weather forecast
Horton, KS

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Weather in May

A palpable rise in temperatures places May as the gatekeeper to summer in Horton, Kansas. With increased humidity, the environment takes on a decidedly tropical feel. This shift also leads to a significant increase in daylight hours. On record, May experiences its highest rainfall, with numbers reaching up to 3.82" (97mm). It marks the start of summer, highlighted by warm breezes, frequent showers, and buzzing wildlife.

Temperature

Horton's weather in May presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Horton, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Horton. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Horton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Horton, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Horton, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Horton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Horton have in May?

In Horton, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Horton?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Horton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Horton, KS

Average temperature in May - Horton, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Horton, KS

Average pressure in May - Horton, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Horton, KS

Average wind speed in May - Horton, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Horton, KS

Average humidity in May - Horton, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Horton, KS

Average rainfall in May - Horton, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Horton, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Horton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Horton, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Horton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Horton, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Horton, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Horton, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Horton, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Horton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Horton, KS

Average visibility in May - Horton, 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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