Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the transition into May, Dorton experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). In Dorton, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Dorton is May, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dorton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Dorton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Dorton, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dorton. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Dorton?
What is the average humidity in May in Dorton?
What is the rainiest month in Dorton?
How much does it rain in Dorton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Dorton?
How many hours of daylight does Dorton have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dorton?
How many hours of sunshine does Dorton have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Dorton?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Dorton?
Average temperature in May
Dorton, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Dorton, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dorton, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Dorton, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 4.21"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in May
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dorton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dorton, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Dorton, 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
Dorton, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Dorton, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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