May weather forecast
Walker, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Walker, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.5°F (12.5°C) and max 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). In May, the average low-temperature records at a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.2 rainfall days, and 39.88" (1013mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Walker, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Walker. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Walker, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Walker in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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?

In Walker, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Walker have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Walker, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Walker, KY

Average pressure in May - Walker, 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
Walker, KY

Average wind speed in May - Walker, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Walker, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Walker, KY

Average rainfall in May - Walker, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Walker, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Walker, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Walker, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Walker, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Walker, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Walker, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Walker, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Walker, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Walker, KY

Average UV index in May - Walker, 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
Walker, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Walker, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Walker, KY

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

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

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