May weather forecast
Barnesburg, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Barnesburg, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). Barnesburg's average low-temperature is measured at a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Barnesburg, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Barnesburg, Kentucky, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Barnesburg, the average high-temperature is 76.1°F (24.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Barnesburg, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Barnesburg, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Barnesburg have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Barnesburg, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Barnesburg, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average wind speed in May - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Barnesburg, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average rainfall in May - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Barnesburg, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Barnesburg, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Barnesburg, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barnesburg, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average UV index in May - Barnesburg, 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
Barnesburg, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Barnesburg, KY

Average visibility in May - Barnesburg, 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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