May weather forecast
Thomson, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Thomson, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.4°F (13°C) and max 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Jun 15, 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 Thomson during May is 75°F (23.9°C) and the low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°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 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Thomson, in May, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Thomson, Kentucky, 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 Thomson is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Thomson, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Thomson, KY

Average temperature in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Thomson, KY

Average pressure in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thomson, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Thomson, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Thomson, KY

Average rainfall in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Thomson, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thomson, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thomson, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Thomson, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thomson, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Thomson, KY

Average UV index in May - Thomson, 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
Thomson, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Thomson, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Thomson, KY

Average visibility in May - Thomson, 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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