May weather forecast
Buffalo, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Buffalo, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) to a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C). An average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is recorded during the nights in May in Buffalo.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo, Kentucky, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.3 rainfall days, and 10.04" (255mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Buffalo.

Daylight

In Buffalo, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, in Buffalo, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Buffalo, Kentucky, is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buffalo in May?

In Buffalo, 75.4°F (24.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.2°F (14°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in May in Buffalo is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Kentucky, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buffalo?

April through October are months without snowfall in Buffalo, Kentucky.

What is the average length of the day in May in Buffalo?

In May, the average day length in Buffalo, Kentucky, is 14h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Buffalo?

On the first day of May in Buffalo, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Buffalo?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Buffalo?

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 Buffalo?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Buffalo, KY

Average pressure in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buffalo, KY

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Buffalo, KY

Average humidity in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Buffalo, KY

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buffalo, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Buffalo, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buffalo, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Buffalo, KY

Average UV index in May - Buffalo, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Buffalo, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Buffalo, KY

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

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

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