May weather forecast
Waterville, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Waterville, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). The average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In Waterville, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Waterville. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Waterville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.6 snowfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Waterville, is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Waterville, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Waterville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Waterville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waterville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Waterville is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Waterville, KS

Average temperature in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Waterville, KS

Average pressure in May - Waterville, 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
Waterville, KS

Average wind speed in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Waterville, KS

Average humidity in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Waterville, KS

Average rainfall in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Waterville, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waterville, KS

Average snowfall in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waterville, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waterville, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waterville, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Waterville, KS

Average UV index in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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
Waterville, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Waterville, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Waterville, KS

Average visibility in May - Waterville, 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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