May weather forecast
Owensboro, KY

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A stunning architectural design of the famous Bluegrass Music Museum in the city of Owensboro, Kentucky

Weather in May

May represents one of the sunniest months of the year in Owensboro, with the city boasting an average of 9.3 sunshine hours per day. Transitioning from the comfortable temperatures of spring, May provides the residents a taste of the upcoming summer with temperatures rising between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C). Longer days combined with greater sunshine hours invite outdoor activities and are a herald to the summer season. Despite the progressively warming weather, humidity remains fairly constant. May strikes a balance between rainfall and sunshine, offering a pleasant prelude to summer.

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C). During the month of May, Owensboro experiences a steady low-temperature average of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Owensboro, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Owensboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Owensboro, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Owensboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Owensboro, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Owensboro?

In Owensboro, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Owensboro, KY

Average temperature in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°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: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Owensboro, KY

Average pressure in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Owensboro, KY

Average wind speed in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Owensboro, KY

Average humidity in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Owensboro, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Owensboro, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Owensboro, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Owensboro, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Owensboro, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Owensboro, KY

Average UV index in May - Owensboro, 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
Owensboro, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Owensboro, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Owensboro, KY

Average visibility in May - Owensboro, 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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