May weather forecast
Raytown, MO

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Weather in May

May marks the transition from spring to summer, capturing the highest relative humidity at 79%. Its positioning between April and June results in a noticeable warming trend, making it ideal for various summer festivities. The longer hours of sunshine make for perfect days out, while rainfall is more abundant, nourishing the lush vegetation. May's relaxed atmosphere, complemented by its attractive weather, offers residents and visitors alike a perfect invitation to explore its offerings. Throughout May, expect to enjoy milder mornings escalating to quite warm afternoons.

Temperature

Entering May, Raytown notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) at night.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Raytown, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Raytown, Missouri. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Raytown aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Raytown, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.4 days and aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Raytown, Missouri, is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Raytown, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Raytown is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Raytown in May?

In Raytown, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Raytown?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Raytown, Missouri.

What is the average humidity in May in Raytown?

In May, the average relative humidity in Raytown is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Raytown?

The month with the most rainfall in Raytown, Missouri, is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Raytown in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Raytown?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Raytown. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Raytown aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Raytown?

On the first day of May in Raytown, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Raytown have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Raytown is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Raytown?

In Raytown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Raytown, MO

Average temperature in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Raytown, MO

Average pressure in May - Raytown, MO
  • 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
Raytown, MO

Average wind speed in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Raytown, MO

Average humidity in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Raytown, MO

Average rainfall in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Raytown, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Raytown, MO

Average snowfall in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Raytown, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Raytown, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Raytown, MO
  • 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Raytown, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Raytown, MO

Average UV index in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Raytown, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Raytown, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Raytown, MO

Average visibility in May - Raytown, MO
  • 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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