May weather forecast
Colby, KS

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Weather in May

May transforms the city into a colorful bloom, captivating the eyes of both locals and tourists in Colby, Kansas. The noticeable increases in temperatures are accompanied by slightly reduced rainfall as compared to April. With an average of 14.4 daylight hours, plenty of outdoor activities can be planned. Be sure to prepare for warm days, with increasing temperatures indicating the beginning of summer. Despite the uptick in humidity, the wind is set to deliver cool breezes throughout the month.

Temperature

As May arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). Colby receives a consistent average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) in May, a substantial dip from the day's heat.

Humidity

In Colby, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Colby, Kansas. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Colby. May is the last month it regularly snows in Colby, Kansas. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colby aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Colby, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Colby, Kansas, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Colby in May?

In May, in Colby, the average high-temperature is 72.7°F (22.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Colby?

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

What is the wettest month in Colby?

The month with the most rainfall in Colby, Kansas, is May, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Colby?

In Colby, Kansas, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Colby?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Colby. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colby aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colby have in May?

The average day length in May in Colby is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Colby?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colby, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colby have in May?

In Colby, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Colby?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Colby is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Colby, KS

Average temperature in May - Colby, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25°F).

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Average pressure in May
Colby, KS

Average pressure in May - Colby, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Colby, KS

Average wind speed in May - Colby, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Colby, KS

Average humidity in May - Colby, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (51%).

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Average rainfall in May
Colby, KS

Average rainfall in May - Colby, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Colby, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Colby, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Colby, KS

Average snowfall in May - Colby, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Colby, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Colby, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Colby, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Colby, KS
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Colby, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Colby, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Colby, KS

Average UV index in May - Colby, KS
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Colby, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Colby, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Colby, KS

Average visibility in May - Colby, KS
  • 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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