May weather forecast
Vanceburg, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Vanceburg, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). During May, Vanceburg consistently records a temperature low averaging a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In Vanceburg, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Vanceburg, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vanceburg, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Vanceburg, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Vanceburg, Kentucky, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Vanceburg. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Vanceburg in May?

During May, Vanceburg experiences an average high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Vanceburg?

In Vanceburg, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Vanceburg?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vanceburg?

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

Does it snow in Vanceburg in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Vanceburg have in May?

In Vanceburg, Kentucky, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Vanceburg?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vanceburg, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vanceburg have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Vanceburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Vanceburg?

In Vanceburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average temperature in May - Vanceburg, 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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average pressure in May - Vanceburg, 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
Vanceburg, KY

Average wind speed in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average humidity in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average rainfall in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Vanceburg, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Vanceburg, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Vanceburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Vanceburg, KY

Average UV index in May - Vanceburg, 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
Vanceburg, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Vanceburg, KY

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

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

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