May weather forecast
Carlinburg, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Carlinburg, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Carlinburg, in May, during 11.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carlinburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Carlinburg, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carlinburg in May?

During May, Carlinburg experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Carlinburg, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlinburg have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average temperature in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Carlinburg, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average wind speed in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average humidity in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Carlinburg, KY

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Carlinburg, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Carlinburg, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carlinburg, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average UV index in May - Carlinburg, 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
Carlinburg, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average visibility in May - Carlinburg, 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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