May weather forecast
Cynthiana, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cynthiana, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

In Cynthiana, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Cynthiana. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cynthiana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

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 health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cynthiana in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Cynthiana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Cynthiana, 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 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average temperature in May - Cynthiana, 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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average pressure in May - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Cynthiana, KY

Average wind speed in May - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average humidity in May - Cynthiana, 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average rainfall in May - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cynthiana, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cynthiana, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Cynthiana, KY

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cynthiana, KY

Average UV index in May - Cynthiana, 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Cynthiana, 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 29).

Average visibility in May
Cynthiana, KY

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

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

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