May weather forecast
Mapleton, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mapleton, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Mapleton's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). Mapleton's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Mapleton is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows in Mapleton. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mapleton, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mapleton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mapleton, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mapleton is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mapleton in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Mapleton?

The most humid month in Mapleton, Kansas, is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Mapleton?

In Mapleton, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Mapleton?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Mapleton, Kansas. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mapleton in May?

In Mapleton, Kansas, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mapleton?

May is the first month it typically snows in Mapleton. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mapleton have in May?

The average day length in May in Mapleton, Kansas, is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mapleton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mapleton, Kansas, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mapleton?

In Mapleton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mapleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mapleton, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mapleton, KS

Average temperature in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Mapleton, KS

Average pressure in May - Mapleton, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mapleton, KS

Average wind speed in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Mapleton, KS

Average humidity in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Mapleton, KS

Average rainfall in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Mapleton, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mapleton, KS

Average snowfall in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mapleton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mapleton, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Mapleton, KS

Average UV index in May - Mapleton, 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
Mapleton, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Mapleton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Mapleton, KS

Average visibility in May - Mapleton, 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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