May weather forecast
Pierce, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Pierce, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.6°F (24.2°C) and min 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). An average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Pierce, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pierce, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Pierce, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, 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 is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Pierce, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Pierce, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pierce, KY

Average temperature in May - Pierce, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Pierce, KY

Average pressure in May - Pierce, 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
Pierce, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Pierce, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Pierce, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Pierce, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Pierce, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pierce, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pierce, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Pierce, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pierce, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pierce, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Pierce, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Pierce, KY

Average UV index in May - Pierce, 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
Pierce, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Pierce, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Pierce, KY

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

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

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