May weather forecast
Oskaloosa, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oskaloosa, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 55.4°F (13°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Oskaloosa notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
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 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Oskaloosa, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

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?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Oskaloosa, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall in Oskaloosa.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Oskaloosa?

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oskaloosa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oskaloosa have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Oskaloosa?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Oskaloosa, KS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average wind speed in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average humidity in May - Oskaloosa, 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
Oskaloosa, KS

Average rainfall in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average snowfall in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oskaloosa, 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 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Oskaloosa, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average UV index in May - Oskaloosa, 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
Oskaloosa, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Oskaloosa, KS

Average visibility in May - Oskaloosa, 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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