May weather forecast
Burke, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Burke, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Burke sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Burke's average low-temperature is measured at a cool 55°F (12.8°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Burke is 77%.

Rainfall

In Burke, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Burke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Burke, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Burke, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May in Burke, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Burke is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Burke are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Burke?

In May, in Burke, the average high-temperature is 75.7°F (24.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burke?

In May, the average relative humidity in Burke is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Burke?

In Burke, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Burke?

May through September are months without snowfall in Burke.

Does it snow in Burke in May?

In May, in Burke, Kentucky, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Burke, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Burke?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Burke have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Burke, Kentucky, is 9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Burke?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Burke 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
Burke, KY

Average temperature in May - Burke, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Burke, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Burke, KY

Average wind speed in May - Burke, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Burke, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Burke, KY

Average rainfall in May - Burke, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Burke, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Burke, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burke, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burke, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Burke, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burke, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burke, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Burke, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Burke, KY

Average UV index in May - Burke, 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
Burke, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Burke, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Burke, KY

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

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

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