May weather forecast
Hazard, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Hazard, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 75°F (23.9°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Hazard reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hazard, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Hazard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Hazard.

Daylight

In Hazard, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of May, in Hazard, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hazard, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hazard in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Hazard, is 75°F (23.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hazard?

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

How much does it rain in Hazard in May?

In Hazard, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hazard?

May through September are months without snowfall in Hazard.

Does it snow in Hazard in May?

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

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

In Hazard, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hazard?

On the first day of May in Hazard, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hazard?

In Hazard, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Hazard?

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Hazard, Kentucky.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hazard?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Hazard, KY

Average temperature in May - Hazard, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Hazard, KY

Average pressure in May - Hazard, 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
Hazard, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Hazard, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Hazard, KY

Average rainfall in May - Hazard, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Hazard, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Hazard, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hazard, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hazard, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Hazard, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hazard, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hazard, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Hazard, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Hazard, KY

Average UV index in May - Hazard, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Hazard, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Hazard, KY

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

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

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