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
May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C). The temperature in Ghent lowers to an average of 55.4°F (13°C) during May nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Ghent, Kentucky, is 80%.Rainfall
In May, in Ghent, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ghent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Ghent.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Ghent, Kentucky, is 14h and 18min.On the first day of May in Ghent, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Ghent is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Ghent?
How many days does it rain in May in Ghent?
When it does not snow in Ghent?
Does it snow in Ghent in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Ghent?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ghent?
How long on average sun shines in May in Ghent?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Ghent?
Average temperature in May
Ghent, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Ghent, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ghent, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Ghent, KY
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Ghent, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in May
Ghent, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ghent, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ghent, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Ghent, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ghent, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Ghent, 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
Ghent, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Ghent, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).
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