May weather forecast
Bartlesville, OK

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Weather in May

May is a liminal period in Bartlesville as it starts to straddle between Spring's end and Summer's onset. Surprisingly, it records the highest rainfall in the year, averaging 5.08" (129mm). The gradual increase in temperature and sunlight hours caters to a more outdoor-oriented routine. Despite significant rainfall, May lays claim to lesser snowfall days, fueling the transition to the hot season. Notably, the wind speed falls, giving way to summer's characteristic calm breeze.

Temperature

May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). May sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Bartlesville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Bartlesville, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.2°F (24°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bartlesville, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bartlesville, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Bartlesville have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Bartlesville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average temperature in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°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 (29.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average pressure in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average wind speed in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average humidity in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average rainfall in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average snowfall in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average UV index in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Bartlesville, OK

Average visibility in May - Bartlesville, OK
  • 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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