May weather forecast
Syracuse, KS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Syracuse, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.8°F (24.9°C) and an average low of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

As Syracuse welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks May, with the month recording a nightly average of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In May, in Syracuse, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Syracuse, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.3 days and collects up to 11.73" (298mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Syracuse. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Syracuse aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Syracuse, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Syracuse is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Syracuse, Kansas, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:03 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Syracuse in May?

The high-temperature in Syracuse during May is 76.8°F (24.9°C) and the low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Syracuse?

The average relative humidity in May in Syracuse, Kansas, is 50%.

How many days does it rain in May in Syracuse?

In Syracuse, in May, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Syracuse?

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

How many hours of daylight does Syracuse have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Syracuse?

On the first day of May in Syracuse, Kansas, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:03 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Syracuse have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Syracuse is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Syracuse?

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

Average temperature in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Syracuse, KS

Average pressure in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.79"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Syracuse, KS

Average wind speed in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Syracuse, KS

Average humidity in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

Average rainfall in May
Syracuse, KS

Average rainfall in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Syracuse, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Syracuse, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Syracuse, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Syracuse, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

Average UV index in May
Syracuse, KS

Average UV index in May - Syracuse, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Syracuse, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Syracuse, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Syracuse, KS

Average visibility in May - Syracuse, 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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