May weather forecast
Sparta, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sparta, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 55.4°F (13°C) and 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

Sparta, Kentucky, in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Sparta registers a consistent average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) during May.

Humidity

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sparta, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Sparta, 74.3°F (23.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.4°F (13°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sparta, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sparta, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sparta, KY

Average temperature in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Sparta, KY

Average pressure in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sparta, KY

Average wind speed in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Sparta, KY

Average humidity in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sparta, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sparta, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sparta, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sparta, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Sparta, KY

Average UV index in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sparta, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Sparta, KY

Average visibility in May - Sparta, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (5mi).

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