May weather forecastPoplar Plains, KY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Poplar Plains, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.2°F (12.9°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).Temperature
Poplar Plains's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). In May, Poplar Plains's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 55.2°F (12.9°C) during the night.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Poplar Plains, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poplar Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Poplar Plains, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Poplar Plains, 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 (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Poplar Plains, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Poplar Plains, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Poplar Plains, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Poplar Plains, 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 29).
Average visibility in May
Poplar Plains, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).
