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, Richmond sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). Richmond usually reports an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during the month of May.Humidity
In Richmond, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Richmond, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Richmond, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Richmond, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Richmond, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30"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
Richmond, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Richmond, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Richmond, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Richmond, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Richmond, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Richmond, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Richmond, 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
Richmond, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Richmond, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
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