May weather forecast
Tiptop, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Tiptop, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C).

Temperature

Tiptop's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). With a notable disparity from daily peak temperatures, the average low-temperature settles at a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tiptop, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Tiptop, 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 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Tiptop is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tiptop in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Tiptop, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Tiptop, 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 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tiptop have in May?

In Tiptop, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tiptop, KY

Average temperature in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average pressure in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average wind speed in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average humidity in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average rainfall in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average snowfall in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

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

Average sunshine days in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average UV index in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average visibility in May - Tiptop, 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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