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
Hickory's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) marks the month of May in Hickory.Humidity
March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Hickory.Rainfall
In Hickory, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Hickory, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Hickory, Kentucky, is 14h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Hickory is 9.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Hickory?
What is the most humid month in Hickory?
What is the average humidity in May in Hickory?
How many days does it rain in May in Hickory?
When it does not snow in Hickory?
Does it snow in Hickory in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Hickory?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Hickory?
How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Hickory?
What is the UV index reading in May in Hickory?
Average temperature in May
Hickory, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 76.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Hickory, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hickory, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Hickory, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 4.45"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in May
Hickory, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hickory, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hickory, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hickory, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Hickory, 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
Hickory, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Hickory, 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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