May weather forecast
West Paducah, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in West Paducah, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.5°F (19.7°C) to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In West Paducah, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Paducah, there are 137 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in West Paducah, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In West Paducah, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In West Paducah, 76.5°F (24.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.2°F (15.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in West Paducah, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in West Paducah.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Paducah have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Paducah have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
West Paducah, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
West Paducah, KY

Average pressure in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Paducah, KY

Average wind speed in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
West Paducah, KY

Average humidity in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
West Paducah, KY

Average rainfall in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
West Paducah, KY

Average rainfall days in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Paducah, KY

Average snowfall in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Paducah, KY

Average snowfall days in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Paducah, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Paducah, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Paducah, KY

Average sunshine days in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
West Paducah, KY

Average UV index in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West Paducah, KY

Average cloud cover in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
West Paducah, KY

Average visibility in May - West Paducah, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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