May weather forecast
Rochester, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rochester, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.1°F (14.5°C) and max 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C) in April to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). During the month of May, Rochester's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Rochester, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Rochester is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Rochester?

In May, in Rochester, the average high-temperature is 75.9°F (24.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Rochester?

The months with the highest humidity in Rochester are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Rochester?

In May, the average relative humidity in Rochester is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Rochester?

In Rochester, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

May through September are months without snowfall in Rochester, Kentucky.

Does it snow in Rochester in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in May?

The average day length in May in Rochester, Kentucky, is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rochester?

On the first day of May in Rochester, Kentucky, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rochester?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Rochester is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Rochester?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Rochester?

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rochester, KY

Average temperature in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Rochester, KY

Average pressure in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Rochester, KY

Average wind speed in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Rochester, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Rochester, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Rochester, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Rochester, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rochester, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Rochester, KY

Average UV index in May - Rochester, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rochester, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Rochester, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Rochester, KY

Average visibility in May - Rochester, 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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