May weather forecast
Westwood, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Westwood, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Westwood experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Westwood, Kansas, falls to an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Westwood, Kansas, is May, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Westwood, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Westwood is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Westwood. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Westwood?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Westwood?

The months with the highest humidity in Westwood, Kansas, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Westwood?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Westwood?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Westwood. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Westwood in May?

In Westwood, Kansas, in May, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Westwood?

May is the first month it typically snows in Westwood, Kansas. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Westwood?

In Westwood, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Westwood?

On the first day of May in Westwood, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:38 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Westwood?

In Westwood, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Westwood?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Westwood.

How high is the UV index in May in Westwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Westwood, KS

Average temperature in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Westwood, KS

Average pressure in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Westwood, KS

Average wind speed in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Westwood, KS

Average humidity in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Westwood, KS

Average rainfall in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Westwood, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westwood, KS

Average snowfall in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westwood, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westwood, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westwood, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Westwood, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Westwood, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Westwood, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Westwood, KS

Average visibility in May - Westwood, 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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