May weather forecast
Drum, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Drum, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C) in April to a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Drum, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Drum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Drum, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Drum, is 76.1°F (24.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Drum, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Drum have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Drum?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Drum, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Drum, KY

Average pressure in May - Drum, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Drum, KY

Average wind speed in May - Drum, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Drum, KY

Average humidity in May - Drum, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Drum, KY

Average rainfall in May - Drum, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Drum, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Drum, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Drum, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Drum, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Drum, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Drum, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Drum, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Drum, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Drum, KY

Average UV index in May - Drum, 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
Drum, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Drum, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Drum, KY

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

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

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