May weather forecast
York, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in York, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average high of 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

York's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In York, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In York, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in York, records 75.2°F (24°C), while the low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) 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 York, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in York?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in York is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
York, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
York, KY

Average pressure in May - York, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
York, KY

Average wind speed in May - York, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
York, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
York, KY

Average rainfall in May - York, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
York, KY

Average rainfall days in May - York, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
York, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
York, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
York, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - York, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
York, KY

Average sunshine days in May - York, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in May
York, KY

Average UV index in May - York, 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
York, KY

Average cloud cover in May - York, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
York, KY

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

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

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