May weather forecast
Fairdale, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Fairdale, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.7°F (24.3°C) and min 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Fairdale, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fairdale, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairdale, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fairdale, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Fairdale, is 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.4°F (14.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fairdale, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fairdale?

May through October 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 Fairdale have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Fairdale, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fairdale, KY

Average wind speed in May - Fairdale, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Fairdale, KY

Average humidity in May - Fairdale, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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

Average rainfall in May
Fairdale, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Fairdale, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Fairdale, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fairdale, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fairdale, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Fairdale, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fairdale, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Fairdale, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Fairdale, KY

Average UV index in May - Fairdale, 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
Fairdale, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Fairdale, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Fairdale, KY

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

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

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