May weather forecast
Glenwood, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Glenwood, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). Glenwood's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood, during May, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Glenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Glenwood, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 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. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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 high-temperature during May is 75.9°F (24.4°C) and the low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Glenwood, in May, during 18.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Glenwood, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Glenwood have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenwood have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Glenwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Glenwood, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Glenwood, KY

Average wind speed in May - Glenwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall in May - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glenwood, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Glenwood, KY

Average UV index in May - Glenwood, 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
Glenwood, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Glenwood, 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 31).

Average visibility in May
Glenwood, KY

Average visibility in May - Glenwood, 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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