May weather forecastFrankfort, KY
May
Weather in May
May ushers in a significant shift in the weather paradigm of Frankfort, ushering in the first hints of summer. The rise in temperature is complemented by longer hours of daylight. The period is characterized by moderate rainfall, with a slightly lower tally of 2.56" (65mm) when compared to the wet April. The wind velocity begins a drop-off that indicates the closing of the stormy spring season. With the extended sunshine hours, it's an ideal time to soak in the natural beauty that Frankfort offers.Temperature
As Frankfort transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). The average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is witnessed during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Frankfort is 79%.Rainfall
In Frankfort, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.4 rainfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Frankfort, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:56 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Frankfort is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Frankfort, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Frankfort, 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 28).
Average visibility in May
Frankfort, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and July (5mi).
