May weather forecast
Nickell, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nickell, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

Nickell's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Nickell experiences an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) in month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Nickell, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Nickell, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Nickell, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Nickell, is 75.7°F (24.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Nickell, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Nickell, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Nickell, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Nickell have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Nickell, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nickell have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Nickell is 9h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Nickell, KY

Average pressure in May - Nickell, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Nickell, KY

Average wind speed in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Nickell, KY

Average humidity in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Nickell, KY

Average rainfall in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Nickell, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nickell, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nickell, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nickell, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nickell, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nickell, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Nickell, KY

Average UV index in May - Nickell, 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
Nickell, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Nickell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Nickell, KY

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

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

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