May weather forecast
Lawrence, KS

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The green Lawrence Cty in Kansas, with a dense tree cover and a view of the road network and the state campus
The green Lawrence Cty in Kansas, with a dense tree cover and a view of the road network and the state campus

Weather in May

As May rolls in, Lawrence basks in a noticeably warmer temperature. The humidity escalates, reaching its peak for the year, as rainfall accompanies it at a whopping 3.23" (82mm). This often leads to an impressively green city, indicating typical spring weather. Days become lengthier, and the city is typically bathed in up to 14.3 hours of daylight. Lawrence now tastes early summer with still somewhat mild temperatures and an increasing need for raincoats.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Lawrence observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Lawrence, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lawrence, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in Lawrence, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Lawrence, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.6°F (13.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Lawrence?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lawrence, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lawrence, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawrence have in May?

In Lawrence, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Lawrence, KS

Average pressure in May - Lawrence, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lawrence, KS

Average wind speed in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Lawrence, KS

Average humidity in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Lawrence, KS

Average rainfall in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Lawrence, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lawrence, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lawrence, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lawrence, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lawrence, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lawrence, KS

Average UV index in May - Lawrence, 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
Lawrence, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Lawrence, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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

Average visibility in May
Lawrence, KS

Average visibility in May - Lawrence, 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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