May weather forecast
Germantown, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Germantown, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.7°F (23.7°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 55°F (12.8°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Germantown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Germantown, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Germantown, 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 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Germantown, Kentucky, is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Germantown is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Germantown, KY

Average temperature in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Germantown, KY

Average pressure in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Germantown, KY

Average wind speed in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Germantown, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Germantown, KY

Average rainfall in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Germantown, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Germantown, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Germantown, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Germantown, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Germantown, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Germantown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Germantown, KY

Average UV index in May - Germantown, 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
Germantown, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Germantown, 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
Germantown, KY

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

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

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