May weather forecastBardstown, KY
May
Weather in May
May brings a marked change in Bardstown's weather as it transitions into the summer season. It's warmer, with temperatures reaching an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C). May also sees an increase in daylight hours, now averaging 14.2 hours. The city comes alive with the blooming of flowers and the humming of bees. The considerably dry and sunny weather makes outdoor activities particularly enjoyable.Temperature
May's arrival in Bardstown coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). The average low-temperature during May nights is a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:57 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bardstown is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.6°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 (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Bardstown, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Bardstown, 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 January (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bardstown, 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
Bardstown, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bardstown, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Bardstown, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and May (5mi).
