May weather forecast
Leawood, KS

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Weather in May

May brings a significant increase in temperature, marking the commencement of the summer season in Leawood. The city bathes under the sun for the longest duration of the day throughout the year, thereby heating up to a maximum of 72.9°F (22.7°C) from a milder 55.9°F (13.3°C) in the morning. The more consistent showers in May foster lush, verdant sceneries that one can enjoy. More daylight hours are a sign of the ongoing transition into summer. Though temperatures continue to climb, the weather remains tolerable, making it an ideal time for outdoor engagements.

Temperature

May introduces a marginal temperature uplift in Leawood, Kansas, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) is common in Leawood during the nights of May.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Leawood is May, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leawood are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows in Leawood. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Leawood, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Leawood, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Leawood are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 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: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Leawood?

Leawood in May has an average high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Leawood?

The months with the highest humidity in Leawood, Kansas, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Leawood?

In May, the average relative humidity in Leawood, Kansas, is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Leawood?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Leawood in May?

In Leawood, Kansas, in May, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Leawood?

May is the first month it typically snows in Leawood. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Leawood have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Leawood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leawood, Kansas, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leawood have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in Leawood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Leawood?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Leawood, KS

Average pressure in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Leawood, KS

Average wind speed in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Leawood, KS

Average humidity in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Leawood, KS

Average rainfall in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Leawood, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leawood, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Leawood, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leawood, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Leawood, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Leawood, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Leawood, KS

Average UV index in May - Leawood, 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
Leawood, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Leawood, KS

Average visibility in May - Leawood, 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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