May weather forecast
Owenton, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Owenton, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Owenton's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Owenton, Kentucky, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Owenton, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Owenton.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Owenton is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, in Owenton, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Owenton, Kentucky, is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Owenton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Owenton in May?

Owenton in May has an average high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Owenton?

In Owenton, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Owenton in May?

In Owenton, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Owenton?

May through October are months without snowfall in Owenton, Kentucky.

Does it snow in Owenton in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Owenton?

The average day length in May in Owenton is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Owenton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Owenton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Owenton?

The average sunshine duration in May in Owenton, Kentucky, is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Owenton?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Owenton?

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

Average temperature in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Owenton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Owenton, KY

Average wind speed in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Owenton, KY

Average humidity in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Owenton, KY

Average rainfall in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Owenton, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Owenton, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Owenton, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Owenton, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Owenton, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Owenton, KY

Average UV index in May - Owenton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Owenton, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Owenton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Owenton, KY

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

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

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