May weather forecast
Ransom, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ransom, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). A noticeable downturn in temperature characterizes the May nights, averaging at a cool 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ransom are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ransom aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ransom, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ransom is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ransom, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ransom, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ransom aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ransom have in May?

In Ransom, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Ransom, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ransom, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Ransom, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ransom, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Ransom, KY

Average humidity in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Ransom, KY

Average rainfall in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Ransom, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ransom, KY

Average snowfall in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ransom, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ransom, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ransom, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Ransom, KY

Average UV index in May - Ransom, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Ransom, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Ransom, KY

Average visibility in May - Ransom, 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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