May weather forecast
Riceville, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Riceville, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). May's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In Riceville, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Riceville, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riceville, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Riceville, Kentucky, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Riceville, the average high-temperature is 76.3°F (24.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Riceville, during May, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Riceville?

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

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?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in May in Riceville?

In Riceville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Riceville, KY

Average temperature in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Riceville, KY

Average pressure in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Riceville, KY

Average wind speed in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Riceville, KY

Average humidity in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Riceville, KY

Average rainfall in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Riceville, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riceville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riceville, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riceville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riceville, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Riceville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Riceville, KY

Average UV index in May - Riceville, 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
Riceville, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Riceville, KY

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

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

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