May weather forecast
Cumberland, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cumberland, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average high of 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

Cumberland's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). An average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cumberland, in May, during 22.1 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cumberland, there are 197.2 rainfall days, and 44.92" (1141mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Cumberland aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cumberland, during the entire year, snow falls for 43 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cumberland is 14h and 10min.
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, in Cumberland, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cumberland is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cumberland in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cumberland, records 73.4°F (23°C), while the low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cumberland?

The average relative humidity in May in Cumberland, Kentucky, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Cumberland in May?

In May, in Cumberland, Kentucky, the rain falls for 22.1 days. Throughout May, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cumberland?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Cumberland aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cumberland?

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, in Cumberland, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cumberland have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Cumberland?

In Cumberland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cumberland, KY

Average temperature in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Cumberland, KY

Average pressure in May - Cumberland, 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
Cumberland, KY

Average wind speed in May - Cumberland, 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
Cumberland, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Cumberland, KY

Average rainfall in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Cumberland, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cumberland, KY

Average snowfall in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cumberland, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cumberland, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cumberland, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cumberland, KY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cumberland, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Cumberland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Cumberland, KY

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

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

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