May weather forecast
Elkfork, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Elkfork, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). During the nights in May, the temperature averages to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elkfork, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elkfork, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elkfork, Kentucky, is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of May, in Elkfork, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:48 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 in Elkfork. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elkfork in May?

During May, Elkfork experiences an average high-temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elkfork?

The average relative humidity in May in Elkfork is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Elkfork in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkfork have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkfork?

On the first day of May in Elkfork, 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 8:48 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Elkfork?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Elkfork?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkfork, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elkfork, KY

Average temperature in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Elkfork, KY

Average pressure in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Elkfork, KY

Average wind speed in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Elkfork, KY

Average humidity in May - Elkfork, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall in May - Elkfork, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall in May - Elkfork, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Elkfork, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkfork, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elkfork, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Elkfork, KY

Average UV index in May - Elkfork, 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
Elkfork, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Elkfork, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Elkfork, KY

Average visibility in May - Elkfork, 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).

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