May weather forecast
Russell, KS

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Weather in May

May is a delightful blend of spring and early summer in Russell. The month is characterized by a significant spike in temperature and the highest rainfall of 2.99" (76mm). The month comes with an abundance of budding flowers and active wildlife under the lengthening sunlight. Russell residents gear up to face the hot summer months ahead. A significant change in the weather pattern relates to the increased exposure to sun rays.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Russell sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Russell?

The high-temperature, in May, in Russell, is 75.4°F (24.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Russell, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Russell, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in May?

In Russell, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Russell, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Russell, KS

Average pressure in May - Russell, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Russell, KS

Average wind speed in May - Russell, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Russell, KS

Average humidity in May - Russell, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Russell, KS

Average rainfall in May - Russell, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Russell, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Russell, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Russell, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Russell, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Russell, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Russell, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Russell, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Russell, KS

Average UV index in May - Russell, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Russell, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Russell, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Russell, KS

Average visibility in May - Russell, 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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