May weather forecast
Great Bend, KS

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Weather in May

With May comes the true beginning of warmer temperatures that herald the rapidly-approaching summer season in Great Bend. Increased daylight hours of 14.3h accentuate the lengthening days. The weather becomes steadily more humid, setting the stage for perfect evenings at the city's lush parks and riverbanks. Rainfall becomes more frequent, reaching a peak of 3.31" (84mm) for the season. The beauty of blooming flowers in Great Bend, coupled with the pleasant, warm weather, makes May an ideal time for nature lovers to visit.

Temperature

As Great Bend welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Great Bend experiences an average low-temperature reading of 55.2°F (12.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Great Bend, Kansas, is 65%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Great Bend. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Great Bend, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Great Bend is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Great Bend, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Great Bend is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Great Bend, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Great Bend in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Great Bend are 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Great Bend?

In May, the average relative humidity in Great Bend, Kansas, is 65%.

What is the rainiest month in Great Bend?

The month with the most rainfall in Great Bend, Kansas, is May, when the rain falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, Kansas, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Great Bend?

May through September are months without snowfall in Great Bend, Kansas.

Does it snow in Great Bend in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Great Bend have in May?

In May, the average day length in Great Bend, Kansas, is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Great Bend?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Great Bend, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Great Bend?

In Great Bend, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Great Bend?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Great Bend, Kansas, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Great Bend, KS

Average temperature in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°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 (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Great Bend, KS

Average pressure in May - Great Bend, KS
  • 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Great Bend, KS

Average wind speed in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Great Bend, KS

Average humidity in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

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Average rainfall in May
Great Bend, KS

Average rainfall in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Great Bend, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Great Bend, KS

Average snowfall in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Great Bend, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Great Bend, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Great Bend, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in May
Great Bend, KS

Average UV index in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Great Bend, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Great Bend, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Great Bend, KS

Average visibility in May - Great Bend, 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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