May weather forecast
Oakland, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oakland, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.6°F (24.8°C) and min 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Oakland's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakland, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.6 rainfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Oakland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Oakland, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Oakland?

During May, Oakland experiences an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Oakland?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Oakland?

The average relative humidity in May in Oakland is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Oakland?

In Oakland, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Oakland?

May through October are months without snowfall in Oakland.

Does it snow in Oakland in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in May?

In Oakland, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Oakland?

On the first day of May in Oakland, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Oakland?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Oakland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Oakland, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Oakland, KY

Average temperature in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Oakland, KY

Average pressure in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, KY

Average wind speed in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, KY

Average humidity in May - Oakland, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Oakland, KY

Average rainfall in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Oakland, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oakland, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oakland, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Oakland, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakland, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oakland, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Oakland, KY

Average UV index in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Oakland, KY

Average visibility in May - Oakland, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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