May weather forecast
Prospect, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Prospect, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.8°F (13.8°C) and max 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Prospect's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In Prospect, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Prospect, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Prospect is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Prospect?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Prospect, is 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Prospect?

In May, the average relative humidity in Prospect is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Prospect?

In Prospect, Kentucky, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Prospect?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Prospect in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in May?

In Prospect, Kentucky, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Prospect?

On the first day of May in Prospect, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Prospect?

In Prospect, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Prospect?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Prospect?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Prospect, KY

Average temperature in May - Prospect, 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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Prospect, KY

Average pressure in May - Prospect, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Prospect, KY

Average wind speed in May - Prospect, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Prospect, KY

Average humidity in May - Prospect, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Prospect, KY

Average rainfall in May - Prospect, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Prospect, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Prospect, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Prospect, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Prospect, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Prospect, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prospect, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Prospect, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Prospect, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Prospect, KY

Average UV index in May - Prospect, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Prospect, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Prospect, KY

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

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

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