May weather forecast
Perryville, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Perryville, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75°F (23.9°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, transitioning from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). In May, Perryville experiences a temperature dip to an average of 56.3°F (13.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.5 rainfall days, and 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Perryville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Perryville, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

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: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 18, 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 Perryville, is 75°F (23.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Perryville?

In Perryville, 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 Perryville have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Perryville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°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 (26.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Perryville, KY

Average pressure in May - Perryville, 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
Perryville, KY

Average wind speed in May - Perryville, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Perryville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Perryville, KY

Average rainfall in May - Perryville, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, April and December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Perryville, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Perryville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Perryville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Perryville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Perryville, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Perryville, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Perryville, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Perryville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Perryville, KY

Average UV index in May - Perryville, 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
Perryville, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Perryville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Perryville, KY

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

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

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