May weather forecast
Erlanger, KY

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Weather in May

May is the onset of summer in Erlanger, Kentucky, with the average high temperature rising up to 73.6°F (23.1°C). This weather is ideal for outdoor recreational activities as the sun shines longer, offering about 14.3 hours of daylight. Given the escalating temperatures, the frequency of rain also steps up, hitting a high of approximately 16.3 days for the month. Venturing outside during the day may require sunblock as the UV index moves up to 5. The leafy city parks become favourite spots for leisure and picnics.

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) to a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). Erlanger in May experiences a low-temperature average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Erlanger.

Daylight

In Erlanger, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Erlanger, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Erlanger in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Erlanger, Kentucky, during May are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Erlanger?

The average relative humidity in May in Erlanger, Kentucky, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Erlanger?

The month with the most rainfall in Erlanger, Kentucky, is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Erlanger in May?

In Erlanger, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Erlanger?

May through September are months without snowfall in Erlanger, Kentucky.

Does it snow in Erlanger in May?

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

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Erlanger?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Erlanger, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Erlanger?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Erlanger?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Erlanger is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Erlanger, KY

Average temperature in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Erlanger, KY

Average pressure in May - Erlanger, 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
Erlanger, KY

Average wind speed in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

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

Average humidity in May
Erlanger, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Erlanger, KY

Average rainfall in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Erlanger, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Erlanger, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Erlanger, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Erlanger, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Erlanger, 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Erlanger, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in May
Erlanger, KY

Average UV index in May - Erlanger, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Erlanger, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Erlanger, 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 28).

Average visibility in May
Erlanger, KY

Average visibility in May - Erlanger, 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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