May weather forecast
Catawba, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Catawba, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Catawba, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, in Catawba, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Catawba is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 55.4°F (13°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Catawba.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Catawba, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Catawba, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Catawba, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Catawba, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Catawba, KY

Average rainfall in May - Catawba, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Catawba, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Catawba, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Catawba, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Catawba, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Catawba, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Catawba, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Catawba, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Catawba, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Catawba, KY

Average UV index in May - Catawba, 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
Catawba, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Catawba, 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
Catawba, KY

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

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

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