May weather forecastBascom, KY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Bascom, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.7°F (24.3°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). Bascom temperatures generally rest at a low of 55°F (12.8°C) during the May nights.Humidity
In Bascom, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Bascom, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Bascom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Bascom, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.On the first day of May in Bascom, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Bascom is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bascom, Kentucky, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bascom, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°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 (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Bascom, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bascom, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Bascom, KY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Bascom, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Bascom, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bascom, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bascom, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bascom, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bascom, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bascom, 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
Bascom, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Bascom, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
