May weather forecast
Burlington, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Burlington, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). During the month of May, Burlington's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Burlington. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Burlington, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Burlington is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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 Burlington?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and a low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burlington?

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Burlington?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Burlington?

In Burlington, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Burlington?

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

Does it snow in Burlington in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Burlington?

On the first day of May in Burlington, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Burlington?

In Burlington, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Burlington?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Burlington, KY

Average temperature in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Burlington, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Burlington, KY

Average wind speed in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Burlington, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Burlington, KY

Average rainfall in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Burlington, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burlington, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burlington, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Burlington, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burlington, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Burlington, KY

Average UV index in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Burlington, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Burlington, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Burlington, KY

Average visibility in May - Burlington, 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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