May weather forecast
Raceland, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Raceland, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.7°F (12.6°C) and max 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Raceland is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Raceland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, in Raceland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Raceland?

Raceland in May has an average high-temperature of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Raceland, 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 Raceland have in May?

In Raceland, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Raceland?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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 reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Raceland, KY

Average temperature in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Raceland, KY

Average pressure in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Raceland, KY

Average wind speed in May - Raceland, 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
Raceland, KY

Average humidity in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Raceland, KY

Average rainfall in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Raceland, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Raceland, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Raceland, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Raceland, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Raceland, 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 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Raceland, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Raceland, KY

Average UV index in May - Raceland, 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
Raceland, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Raceland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Raceland, KY

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

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

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