May weather forecast
Jamestown, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Jamestown, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 73°F (22.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Jamestown's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

January and May, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months in Jamestown, Kansas.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jamestown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Jamestown, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Jamestown is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Jamestown, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Jamestown, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Jamestown in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Jamestown, is 73°F (22.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Jamestown?

The months with the highest humidity are January and May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in May in Jamestown?

In Jamestown, Kansas, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

What is the rainiest month in Jamestown?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Jamestown in May?

In Jamestown, Kansas, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Jamestown?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jamestown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jamestown have in May?

In May, the average day length in Jamestown is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Jamestown?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jamestown, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jamestown have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Jamestown?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jamestown, KS

Average temperature in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Jamestown, KS

Average pressure in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"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
Jamestown, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Jamestown, KS

Average humidity in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Jamestown, KS

Average rainfall in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Jamestown, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jamestown, KS

Average snowfall in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jamestown, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jamestown, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jamestown, KS

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

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Jamestown, KS

Average UV index in May - Jamestown, 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
Jamestown, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Jamestown, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Jamestown, KS

Average visibility in May - Jamestown, 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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