May weather forecast
Colfax, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Colfax, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). Colfax records an average temperature drop to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Colfax, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Colfax in May?

The high-temperature during May is 75°F (23.9°C) and the low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month in Colfax?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Colfax, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in May?

In Colfax, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Colfax, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Colfax?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Colfax, KY

Average pressure in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Colfax, KY

Average wind speed in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Colfax, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Colfax, KY

Average rainfall in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Colfax, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colfax, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Colfax, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colfax, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Colfax, KY

Average UV index in May - Colfax, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Colfax, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Colfax, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Colfax, KY

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

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

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