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
As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). During the month of May, Poplar Flat's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.5°F (12.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May 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 8:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Average temperature in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Poplar Flat, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Poplar Flat, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Poplar Flat, 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
Poplar Flat, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).
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