May weather forecast
Salyersville, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Salyersville, 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

Salyersville in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). Nightfall in May introduces a considerable dip in temperature, settling at an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Salyersville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 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 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Salyersville, records 76.3°F (24.6°C), while the 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 Salyersville?

In Salyersville, 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 Salyersville, 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 in Salyersville is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 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 Salyersville have in May?

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

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Salyersville, KY

Average temperature in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average pressure in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average wind speed in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average humidity in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average rainfall in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average snowfall in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average UV index in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average visibility in May - Salyersville, 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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