May weather forecast
Lawton, OK

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Weather in May

Come May, and the temperatures in Lawton, Oklahoma starts to rise significantly in comparison to the earlier Spring months. The city starts to experience early signs of Summer heat. The number of daylight hours is on the rise, indicating longer, sunnier days but also meaning higher UV index values. As May progresses, the rainfall reaches its peak for the year at 3.62" (92mm), offering a soothing respite from the heat.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in May, the average high-temperature shifts from April's agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a warm 80.4°F (26.9°C). Lawton's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Lawton, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lawton. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Lawton, Oklahoma, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lawton in May?

Lawton in May has an average high-temperature of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lawton, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Lawton, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:40 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lawton?

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

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lawton, OK

Average pressure in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lawton, OK

Average wind speed in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Lawton, OK

Average humidity in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in May
Lawton, OK

Average rainfall in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Lawton, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lawton, OK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lawton, OK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lawton, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lawton, OK

Average UV index in May - Lawton, 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
Lawton, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Lawton, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in May
Lawton, OK

Average visibility in May - Lawton, 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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