May weather forecast
South Union, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in South Union, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). In South Union, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Union, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in South Union, records 76.6°F (24.8°C), while the low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In South Union, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Union have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Union, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does South Union have in May?

In South Union, 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 reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in South Union is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
South Union, KY

Average temperature in May - South Union, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
South Union, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Union, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
South Union, KY

Average humidity in May - South Union, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
South Union, KY

Average rainfall in May - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
South Union, KY

Average rainfall days in May - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Union, KY

Average snowfall in May - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Union, KY

Average snowfall days in May - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
South Union, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Union, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Union, KY

Average sunshine days in May - South Union, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
South Union, KY

Average UV index in May - South Union, 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
South Union, KY

Average cloud cover in May - South Union, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
South Union, KY

Average visibility in May - South Union, 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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