May weather forecast
Horse Cave, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Horse Cave, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and an average low of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

As Horse Cave welcomes May, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). Throughout May, Horse Cave records an average temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) at night.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Horse Cave, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Horse Cave, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Horse Cave, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Horse Cave, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Horse Cave are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Horse Cave, is 75.7°F (24.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Horse Cave, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Horse Cave, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Horse Cave?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Horse Cave in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Horse Cave have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Horse Cave have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Horse Cave is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average temperature in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°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 (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average pressure in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average wind speed in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average humidity in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average rainfall in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average snowfall in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Horse Cave, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Horse Cave, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average UV index in May - Horse Cave, 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
Horse Cave, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Horse Cave, KY

Average visibility in May - Horse Cave, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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