May weather forecast
Dawson Springs, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

Dawson Springs's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dawson Springs, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.1 rainfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dawson Springs, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Dawson Springs, is 75.9°F (24.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°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 Dawson Springs, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Dawson Springs, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson Springs have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson Springs have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Dawson Springs is 9.5h.

When is 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average temperature in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°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 (28°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawson Springs, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average wind speed in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average humidity in May - Dawson Springs, 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
Dawson Springs, KY

Average rainfall in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average snowfall in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Dawson Springs, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawson Springs, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average UV index in May - Dawson Springs, 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
Dawson Springs, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Dawson Springs, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Dawson Springs, KY

Average visibility in May - Dawson Springs, 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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