May weather forecast
Franklin, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Franklin, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.3°F (14.6°C) and max 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Franklin experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) is noted in Franklin.

Humidity

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Franklin.

Rainfall

In Franklin, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Franklin, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Franklin, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Franklin is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Franklin. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Franklin?

During May, Franklin experiences an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What are the most humid months in Franklin?

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Franklin, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?

In May, the average relative humidity in Franklin, Kentucky, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Franklin?

In Franklin, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Franklin?

May through October are months without snowfall in Franklin, Kentucky.

Does it snow in Franklin in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?

In Franklin, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Franklin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Franklin?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Franklin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, KY

Average temperature in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Franklin, KY

Average pressure in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Franklin, KY

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Franklin, KY

Average humidity in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Franklin, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Franklin, KY

Average UV index in May - Franklin, 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
Franklin, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Franklin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Franklin, KY

Average visibility in May - Franklin, 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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