May weather forecast
Greenup, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Greenup, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). An average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) marks the nights in Greenup throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Greenup, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, in Greenup, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Greenup, Kentucky, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Greenup in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Greenup, is 75.4°F (24.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Greenup?

In Greenup, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Greenup?

The wettest months in Greenup are April and May, with an average 3.39" (86mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Greenup in May?

In Greenup, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Greenup?

In Greenup, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Greenup in May?

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

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

In Greenup, Kentucky, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Greenup?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Greenup?

In Greenup, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Greenup?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Greenup?

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

Average temperature in May - Greenup, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Greenup, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Greenup, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Greenup, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Greenup, KY

Average rainfall in May - Greenup, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Greenup, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Greenup, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greenup, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greenup, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Greenup, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greenup, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Greenup, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Greenup, KY

Average UV index in May - Greenup, 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
Greenup, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Greenup, 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 30).

Average visibility in May
Greenup, KY

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

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

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