May weather forecast
Richardsville, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Richardsville, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.6°F (24.8°C) and min 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Richardsville's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). In Richardsville, an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) is recorded during May nights.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, in Richardsville, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richardsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Richardsville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Richardsville, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Richardsville, in May, the average high-temperature is 76.6°F (24.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Richardsville, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Richardsville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Richardsville have in May?

In Richardsville, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Richardsville, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

When is 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?

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

Average temperature in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Richardsville, KY

Average pressure in May - Richardsville, 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
Richardsville, KY

Average wind speed in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Richardsville, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Richardsville, KY

Average rainfall in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Richardsville, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Richardsville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Richardsville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Richardsville, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richardsville, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Richardsville, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Richardsville, KY

Average UV index in May - Richardsville, 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
Richardsville, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Richardsville, KY

Average visibility in May - Richardsville, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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