May weather forecast
Barnsley, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Barnsley, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). In Barnsley, an average temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Barnsley, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Barnsley, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Barnsley in May?

In Barnsley, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Barnsley?

May is the most humid month in Barnsley, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Barnsley, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October 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?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Barnsley, KY

Average temperature in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Barnsley, KY

Average pressure in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Barnsley, KY

Average wind speed in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Barnsley, KY

Average humidity in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Barnsley, KY

Average rainfall in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Barnsley, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Barnsley, KY

Average snowfall in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Barnsley, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Barnsley, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Barnsley, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Barnsley, KY

Average UV index in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Barnsley, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Barnsley, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Barnsley, KY

Average visibility in May - Barnsley, KY
  • 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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