Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Riverton is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Riverton. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Riverton, Kansas, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Riverton, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Riverton, Kansas, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
In Riverton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Riverton in May?
What is the most humid month in Riverton?
What is the average humidity in May in Riverton?
What is the rainiest month in Riverton?
How many days does it rain in May in Riverton?
When does it start to snow in Riverton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Riverton?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Riverton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Riverton?
How high is the UV index in May in Riverton?
Average temperature in May
Riverton, KS
- Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Riverton, KS
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"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
Riverton, KS
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Riverton, KS
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Riverton, KS
- Average rainfall in May: 5.04"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").
Average rainfall days in May
Riverton, KS
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Riverton, KS
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Riverton, KS
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Riverton, KS
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Riverton, KS
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Riverton, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Riverton, KS
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Riverton, 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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