May weather forecast
Carbon Glow, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Carbon Glow, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carbon Glow, Kentucky, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Carbon Glow. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Carbon Glow aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Carbon Glow, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Carbon Glow is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Carbon Glow, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May, June and 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Carbon Glow, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.1°F (23.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Carbon Glow, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Carbon Glow aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carbon Glow have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average temperature in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average pressure in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average wind speed in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average humidity in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average rainfall in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average snowfall in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carbon Glow, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average UV index in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Carbon Glow, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Carbon Glow, KY

Average visibility in May - Carbon Glow, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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