Monthly climate guide
Wichita weather in May
Expect warm weather in Wichita in May: afternoons reach about 26°C (79°F), while nights drop to around 13°C (56°F). Around 139 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 6°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 6°C higher.
- Rain is above Wichita's usual level, by about 102%.
- Just 290 km apart, but Wichita runs about 2°C warmer than Kansas City this month.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 13°C apart.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
13°C
56°F
Rainfall
139 mm
wet
Humidity
68%
relative
Sky
55%
cloud · often cloudy
Wichita weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | -4°C / 24°F | 21 mm | 70% | 50% |
| February | 9°C / 48°F | -3°C / 26°F | 31 mm | 69% | 57% |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 2°C / 36°F | 44 mm | 66% | 55% |
| April | 21°C / 70°F | 7°C / 45°F | 75 mm | 64% | 57% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 56°F | 139 mm | 68% | 55% |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 68°F | 100 mm | 65% | 45% |
| July | 34°C / 94°F | 22°C / 72°F | 98 mm | 61% | 42% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 69°F | 103 mm | 64% | 43% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 69 mm | 63% | 42% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 47°F | 74 mm | 63% | 41% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 2°C / 35°F | 32 mm | 67% | 43% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | -3°C / 27°F | 38 mm | 73% | 53% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Wichita?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Wichita →Other United States cities in May
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Wichita in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Wichita?
May is one of the wetter months in Wichita, with about 139 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Wichita in May?
Average highs are about 26°C (79°F) and average lows about 13°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Wichita in May?
Wichita typically gets around 139 mm of rain in May — wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Wichita (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.