May weather forecast
Shannon, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Shannon, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). During May, Shannon's temperature averages to a cool 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Shannon, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shannon in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shannon, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Shannon 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 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Shannon?

In Shannon, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What are the months with 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 reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shannon, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shannon, KY

Average temperature in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°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 (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Shannon, KY

Average pressure in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shannon, KY

Average wind speed in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Shannon, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Shannon, KY

Average rainfall in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Shannon, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shannon, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shannon, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

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
Shannon, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Shannon, KY

Average UV index in May - Shannon, 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
Shannon, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Shannon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Shannon, KY

Average visibility in May - Shannon, 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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