May weather forecast
Waco, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Waco, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.9°F (13.3°C) and max 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Waco, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waco, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Waco, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Waco, records 75.2°F (24°C), while the low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Waco, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Waco, 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.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Waco?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waco have in May?

In Waco, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

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 reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Waco, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Waco, KY

Average pressure in May - Waco, 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
Waco, KY

Average wind speed in May - Waco, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Waco, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Waco, KY

Average rainfall in May - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Waco, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Waco, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waco, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waco, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 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
Waco, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waco, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waco, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Waco, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Waco, KY

Average UV index in May - Waco, 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
Waco, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Waco, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Waco, KY

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

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

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