May weather forecast
Drakesboro, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Drakesboro, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

Drakesboro's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). An average low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

February and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Drakesboro, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Drakesboro, Kentucky, there are 165 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Drakesboro, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Drakesboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Drakesboro, is 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Drakesboro in May?

In Drakesboro, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Drakesboro have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drakesboro have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average pressure in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average wind speed in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Drakesboro, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average rainfall in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average snowfall in May - Drakesboro, 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 and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Drakesboro, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Drakesboro, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drakesboro, 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 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average UV index in May - Drakesboro, 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
Drakesboro, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Drakesboro, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Drakesboro, KY

Average visibility in May - Drakesboro, 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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