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
Orkney in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). May nights see a notable contrast from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature averaging at a fresh 54°F (12.2°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Orkney, in May, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orkney, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Orkney.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Orkney, Kentucky, is 14h and 12min.On the first day of May in Orkney, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Orkney, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In Orkney, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Orkney?
What is the average humidity in May in Orkney?
How much does it rain in Orkney in May?
When it does not snow in Orkney?
Does it snow in Orkney in May?
How many hours of daylight does Orkney have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Orkney?
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What is the UV index reading in May in Orkney?
Average temperature in May
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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
Orkney, 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).
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