May weather forecast
Bellefonte, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bellefonte, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Bellefonte's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) to a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C). In the month of May, an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bellefonte, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bellefonte, is 75.9°F (24.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September 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 Bellefonte, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bellefonte is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average pressure in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average wind speed in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average humidity in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bellefonte, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bellefonte, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average UV index in May - Bellefonte, 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bellefonte, KY

Average visibility in May - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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