May weather forecast
West Point, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Point, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). During May nights, West Point records an average temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in West Point is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Point in May?

In West Point, 75.7°F (24.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.8°F (13.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in West Point?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Point, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In West Point, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Point have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Point, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Point is 8.7h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Point, KY

Average temperature in May - West Point, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
West Point, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Point, KY

Average wind speed in May - West Point, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Point, KY

Average humidity in May - West Point, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
West Point, KY

Average rainfall in May - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
West Point, KY

Average rainfall days in May - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Point, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Point, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
West Point, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Point, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Point, KY

Average sunshine days in May - West Point, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Point, KY

Average UV index in May - West Point, 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
West Point, KY

Average cloud cover in May - West Point, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
West Point, KY

Average visibility in May - West Point, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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