May weather forecast
Kings Mountain, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Kings Mountain, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average high of 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). Kings Mountain records an average temperature drop to a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in May.

Humidity

In Kings Mountain, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kings Mountain, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 39.37" (1000mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Kings Mountain, Kentucky, is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Kings Mountain, is 75°F (23.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Kings Mountain, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Kings Mountain, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kings Mountain have in May?

In Kings Mountain, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

When is 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 reading 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kings Mountain, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average pressure in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average wind speed in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

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

Average humidity in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average humidity in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average rainfall in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average snowfall in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kings Mountain, 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: 8h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Kings Mountain, KY

Average UV index in May - Kings Mountain, 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Kings Mountain, 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average visibility in May - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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