Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, McDowell experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). Despite the drastic temperature difference, McDowell records an average nighttime low of 54°F (12.2°C) throughout May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In McDowell, during May, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In McDowell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In McDowell, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in McDowell is 14h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In McDowell, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for McDowell in May?
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How many days does it rain in May?
When it does not snow in McDowell?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
McDowell, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in May
McDowell, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
McDowell, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
McDowell, KY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
McDowell, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
McDowell, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
McDowell, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
McDowell, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
McDowell, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
McDowell, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
McDowell, KY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
McDowell, 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 32).
Average visibility in May
McDowell, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
McDowell, Kentucky, USA
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