May weather forecastDanville, KY
May
Weather in May
May's decent temperatures encourage locals and visitors to experience Danville, Kentucky outdoors. This month's temperatures go up several notches as compared to April. With temperatures ranging into the mid-70s, outdoor activities become more enticing. There's an overall sense of climatic amicable change paving the way for recreational activities. However, one needs to carry their rain gear as sporadic showers might dampen outdoor plans.Temperature
Danville experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). During May, Danville records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Danville, in May, during 19.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Danville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.5 days and collects up to 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Danville, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Danville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Danville, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Danville, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Danville, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Danville, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Danville, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.62"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, April and December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in May
Danville, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Danville, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Danville, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Danville, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Danville, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Danville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Danville, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Danville, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July and December (5mi).
