May weather forecast
Baskett, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Baskett, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Baskett's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Baskett records a mean low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) in May.

Humidity

The most humid month in Baskett is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout May, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Baskett, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Baskett, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Baskett is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Baskett, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Baskett?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Baskett?

In Baskett, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Baskett, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Baskett, Kentucky, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Baskett, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Baskett is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Baskett, KY

Average temperature in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Baskett, KY

Average pressure in May - Baskett, 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
Baskett, KY

Average wind speed in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 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
Baskett, KY

Average humidity in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Baskett, KY

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Baskett, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Baskett, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Baskett, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Baskett, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Baskett, KY

Average UV index in May - Baskett, 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
Baskett, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Baskett, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Baskett, KY

Average visibility in May - Baskett, 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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