May weather forecastGates, KY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Gates, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).Temperature
As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Gates registers a consistent average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Gates, Kentucky, is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Gates is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Gates, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Gates, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:50 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Gates. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Average temperature in May
Gates, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°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 (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Gates, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Gates, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Gates, KY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Gates, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Gates, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Gates, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Gates, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gates, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gates, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Gates, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Gates, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Gates, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
