May weather forecast
Broken Bow, OK

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The scenic setting of the dense tree cover around the small Mountain Lake in the Broken Bow region of Oklahoma
The scenic setting of the dense tree cover around the small Mountain Lake in the Broken Bow region of Oklahoma

Weather in May

The climate in May, Broken Bow, is characterized by more hours of bright sunshine, setting the stage for some of the longest days of the year. The region starts to warm with the weather shifting to encompass more summer-like characteristics. While the gentle breeze of May aids in dispersing the daytime heat, rain remains a frequent visitor bringing about 5.28" (134mm). By the time June arrives, the handful of cooler days become almost non-existent.

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C). Throughout May, Broken Bow experiences a low-temperature average of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Broken Bow in May has an average high-temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Broken Bow, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Broken Bow is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Broken Bow, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 5.28" (134mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Broken Bow, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Broken Bow have in May?

In Broken Bow, the average day length in May is 13h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Broken Bow have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Broken Bow, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average temperature in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average pressure in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average wind speed in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average humidity in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average rainfall in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average snowfall in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 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
Broken Bow, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average UV index in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Broken Bow, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Broken Bow, OK

Average visibility in May - Broken Bow, 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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