May weather forecast
Loretto, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Loretto, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). The low-temperature averages to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Loretto, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Loretto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Loretto in May has an average high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°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 Loretto, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Loretto, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Loretto, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Loretto have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Loretto, KY

Average pressure in May - Loretto, 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
Loretto, KY

Average wind speed in May - Loretto, 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 months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Loretto, KY

Average humidity in May - Loretto, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Loretto, KY

Average rainfall in May - Loretto, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Loretto, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Loretto, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Loretto, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Loretto, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Loretto, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Loretto, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Loretto, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Loretto, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Loretto, KY

Average UV index in May - Loretto, 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
Loretto, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Loretto, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Loretto, KY

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

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

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