May weather forecast
Elk City, OK

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Weather in May

In Elk City, May signifies the advent of summer with warmer temperatures and longer days. It serves as an intermediary between the pleasantness of April and the sizzling heat of June. Despite the increase in relative humidity to 62%, May marks the onset of a significantly drier period until the end of summer. Residents usually make the most out of the daylight, as the sun sets late in the evening. As the weather becomes perfect for picnics and water sports, the city gleams with summer festivities.

Temperature

As Elk City transitions into May, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). Elk City's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 59.5°F (15.3°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elk City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In Elk City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Elk City, in May, the average high-temperature is 80.2°F (26.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 62%, May is the most humid month in Elk City.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Elk City is 62%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Elk City is May, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Elk City, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk City have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Elk City, OK

Average pressure in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elk City, OK

Average wind speed in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elk City, OK

Average humidity in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk City, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elk City, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Elk City, OK

Average UV index in May - Elk City, 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
Elk City, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Elk City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Elk City, OK

Average visibility in May - Elk City, 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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