May weather forecast
Central City, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Central City, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

February and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, in Central City, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Central City, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Central City.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Central City, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Central City. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Central City?

In Central City, 75.7°F (24.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.3°F (14.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Central City?

The months with the highest humidity in Central City are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Central City?

The average relative humidity in May in Central City is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Central City?

In Central City, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Central City?

In Central City, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Central City in May?

In May, in Central City, Kentucky, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Central City have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Central City?

On the first day of May in Central City, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Central City?

In Central City, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Central City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Central City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Central City, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Central City, KY

Average temperature in May - Central City, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Central City, KY

Average pressure in May - Central City, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Central City, KY

Average wind speed in May - Central City, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Central City, KY

Average humidity in May - Central City, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Central City, KY

Average rainfall in May - Central City, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in May
Central City, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Central City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Central City, KY

Average snowfall in May - Central City, 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 and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Central City, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Central City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Central City, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Central City, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Central City, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Central City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Central City, KY

Average UV index in May - Central City, 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
Central City, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Central City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Central City, KY

Average visibility in May - Central City, 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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