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
The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Petersville's temperature in May lowers to a consistent average of 55.2°F (12.9°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Petersville, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petersville, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
When it does not snow?
Does it snow in May?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Petersville?
How long on average sun shines in May?
When is the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Petersville, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°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 (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Petersville, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Petersville, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Petersville, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Petersville, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Petersville, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Petersville, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Petersville, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Petersville, 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: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Petersville, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Petersville, 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
Petersville, 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 29).
Average visibility in May
Petersville, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
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