May weather forecast
Petra, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Petra, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). In the month of May, Petra records a consistent average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Petra is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, in Petra, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Petra, Kentucky, is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petra in May?

Petra in May has an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Petra?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Petra?

The month with the most rainfall in Petra is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Petra in May?

In Petra, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Petra?

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

Does it snow in Petra in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Petra have in May?

The average day length in May in Petra, Kentucky, is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Petra?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Petra, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:54 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Petra?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Petra is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Petra?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Petra, KY

Average temperature in May - Petra, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Petra, KY

Average pressure in May - Petra, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Petra, KY

Average wind speed in May - Petra, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Petra, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Petra, KY

Average rainfall in May - Petra, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in May
Petra, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Petra, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Petra, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Petra, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Petra, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Petra, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Petra, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Petra, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Petra, KY

Average UV index in May - Petra, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Petra, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Petra, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Petra, KY

Average visibility in May - Petra, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and July (5mi).

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