May weather forecast
Dayton, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Dayton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Dayton sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). During May, Dayton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Dayton.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dayton, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Dayton, in May, the average high-temperature is 73.8°F (23.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Dayton, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

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

In Dayton, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dayton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dayton is 8.8h.

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 intensity in May?

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Dayton, KY

Average temperature in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dayton, KY

Average wind speed in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dayton, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Dayton, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dayton, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Dayton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Dayton, KY

Average UV index in May - Dayton, 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
Dayton, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Dayton, 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 27).

Average visibility in May
Dayton, KY

Average visibility in May - Dayton, 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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