May weather forecast
Wheel Rim, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Wheel Rim, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

As Wheel Rim welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wheel Rim, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Wheel Rim, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Wheel Rim, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Wheel Rim, is 76.1°F (24.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wheel Rim, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Wheel Rim, snow does not fall in May through September.

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 Wheel Rim have in May?

In Wheel Rim, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

When is 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 intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average temperature in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average pressure in May - Wheel Rim, 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
Wheel Rim, KY

Average wind speed in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average humidity in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average rainfall in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average snowfall in May - Wheel Rim, 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
Wheel Rim, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Wheel Rim, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wheel Rim, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average UV index in May - Wheel Rim, 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
Wheel Rim, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Wheel Rim, KY

Average visibility in May - Wheel Rim, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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