May weather forecast
Palmer, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palmer, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 73.2°F (22.9°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C). Palmer reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) in May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Palmer. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palmer are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Palmer. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Palmer aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.5 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, in Palmer, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Palmer, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Palmer?

During May, Palmer experiences an average high-temperature of 73.2°F (22.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Palmer?

The most humid month in Palmer, Kansas, is May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in May in Palmer?

In Palmer, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Palmer?

The month with the most rainfall in Palmer is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Palmer in May?

In Palmer, Kansas, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Palmer?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Palmer, Kansas. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Palmer aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Palmer is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Palmer?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer have in May?

In Palmer, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Palmer?

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

Average temperature in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmer, KS

Average pressure in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Palmer, KS

Average wind speed in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmer, KS

Average humidity in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmer, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmer, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmer, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmer, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Palmer, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmer, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmer, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmer, KS

Average UV index in May - Palmer, 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
Palmer, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Palmer, KS

Average visibility in May - Palmer, 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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