May weather forecast
Overland Park, KS

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A large pond with scenic trees in neat lawns out front within the arboretum in Overland Park, Kansas
A large pond with scenic trees in neat lawns out front within the arboretum in Overland Park, Kansas

Weather in May

In May, Overland Park truly enters into the warm sun-bathed phase of the year. Temperatures display an upward movement with maximums hitting around 72.9°F (22.7°C) on an average. Pleasant weather welcomes outdoor activities with trees in full bloom under 8.6 hours of daily sunshine. Light showers break the monotony of sunlit days, inducing a fresh feel. Yet, winds retain some chill around 8.1mph (13km/h), a residual reminder of bygone winters.

Temperature

May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). Overland Park in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall in Overland Park. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Overland Park, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Overland Park, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, in Overland Park, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Overland Park, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Overland Park. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Overland Park in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Overland Park, is 72.9°F (22.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Overland Park?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Overland Park, Kansas.

What is the average humidity in May in Overland Park?

In Overland Park, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Overland Park?

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

How much does it rain in Overland Park in May?

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

When does it start snowing in Overland Park?

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

How many hours of daylight does Overland Park have in May?

In Overland Park, Kansas, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Overland Park?

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 Overland Park, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Overland Park?

The average sunshine duration in May in Overland Park is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Overland Park?

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 Overland Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Overland Park, KS

Average temperature in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average pressure in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average wind speed in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average humidity in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average rainfall in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average snowfall in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average UV index in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Overland Park, 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
Overland Park, KS

Average visibility in May - Overland Park, 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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