May weather forecast
Handshoe, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Handshoe, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.6°F (24.8°C) and min 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Handshoe witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Handshoe, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Handshoe, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Handshoe, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 76.6°F (24.8°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Handshoe, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Handshoe, 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 Handshoe have in May?

In May, the average day length in Handshoe is 14h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Handshoe?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Handshoe have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

What is the month 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?

In Handshoe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Handshoe, KY

Average temperature in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Handshoe, KY

Average pressure in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Handshoe, KY

Average wind speed in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Handshoe, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Handshoe, KY

Average rainfall in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Handshoe, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Handshoe, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Handshoe, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Handshoe, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Handshoe, KY

Average UV index in May - Handshoe, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Handshoe, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Handshoe, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Handshoe, KY

Average visibility in May - Handshoe, 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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