May weather forecast
Carlinburg, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Carlinburg, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Carlinburg.

Rainfall

In Carlinburg, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carlinburg, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Carlinburg, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Carlinburg is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of May, in Carlinburg, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Carlinburg, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Carlinburg, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Carlinburg?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Carlinburg?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Carlinburg in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout May, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Carlinburg have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Carlinburg?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carlinburg, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Carlinburg?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Carlinburg is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Carlinburg?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Carlinburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average temperature in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average pressure in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average wind speed in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average humidity in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Carlinburg, KY

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Carlinburg, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carlinburg, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average UV index in May - Carlinburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Carlinburg, KY

Average visibility in May - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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