May weather forecast
Puncheon, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Puncheon, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

As Puncheon enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) of April to a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Puncheon. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Puncheon. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Puncheon aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Puncheon, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Puncheon, is 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 22.2 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Puncheon aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Puncheon have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Puncheon, KY

Average temperature in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Puncheon, KY

Average pressure in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Puncheon, KY

Average wind speed in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Puncheon, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Puncheon, KY

Average rainfall in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Puncheon, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Puncheon, KY

Average snowfall in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Puncheon, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Puncheon, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Puncheon, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Puncheon, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Puncheon, KY

Average UV index in May - Puncheon, 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
Puncheon, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Puncheon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Puncheon, KY

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

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

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