May weather forecast
Dorton, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dorton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 74.1°F (23.4°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C). An average temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) marks the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dorton is May, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dorton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Dorton, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dorton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Dorton?

The high-temperature during May is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dorton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dorton, KY

Average temperature in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Dorton, KY

Average pressure in May - Dorton, 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
Dorton, KY

Average wind speed in May - Dorton, 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
Dorton, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Dorton, KY

Average rainfall in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Dorton, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dorton, KY

Average snowfall in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dorton, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dorton, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dorton, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Dorton, KY

Average UV index in May - Dorton, 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
Dorton, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Dorton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Dorton, KY

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

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

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