May weather forecast
Salina, KS

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Weather in May

May witnesses a drastic shift from the transitional weather of April. The increasing UV index of 6 signals the upcoming summer with above-average temperatures becoming more prevalent. Interestingly, May brings the highest rainfall quantity for the year at 3.46" (88mm), coupled with a relative humidity of 71%. This month interrupts the Spring's calm with bouts of heavy rainfall, and cloud cover remains fairly constant. In contrast to earlier months, wind speeds start to decrease.

Temperature

The shift into May in Salina is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Throughout May nights, Salina registers an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, May is the most humid month in Salina.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Salina. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Salina aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Salina, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Salina, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In Salina, 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Salina?

In Salina, 74.7°F (23.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.4°F (13°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Salina?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, May is the most humid month in Salina, Kansas.

What is the average humidity in May in Salina?

In Salina, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Salina?

The month with the most rainfall in Salina is May, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Salina?

In Salina, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Salina?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Salina, Kansas. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Salina aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salina have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Salina?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salina, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salina have in May?

In Salina, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Salina?

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

Average temperature in May - Salina, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Salina, KS

Average pressure in May - Salina, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salina, KS

Average wind speed in May - Salina, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Salina, KS

Average humidity in May - Salina, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Salina, KS

Average rainfall in May - Salina, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Salina, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Salina, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salina, KS

Average snowfall in May - Salina, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salina, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salina, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salina, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Salina, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Salina, KS

Average UV index in May - Salina, 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
Salina, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Salina, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Salina, KS

Average visibility in May - Salina, 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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