May weather forecast
Tompkinsville, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tompkinsville, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.5°F (24.7°C) and an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

Tompkinsville observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). Tompkinsville sees an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tompkinsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Tompkinsville. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Tompkinsville, is 76.5°F (24.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Tompkinsville, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Tompkinsville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tompkinsville have in May?

In Tompkinsville, Kentucky, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tompkinsville?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Tompkinsville, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Tompkinsville, KY

Average wind speed in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in May
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Tompkinsville, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tompkinsville, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tompkinsville, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Tompkinsville, KY

Average UV index in May - Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Tompkinsville, KY

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

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

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