May weather forecast
Sassafras, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sassafras, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.8°F (12.1°C) and max 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

Sassafras's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Sassafras in May experiences a low-temperature average of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sassafras is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sassafras, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sassafras, Kentucky, is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Sassafras, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sassafras is 9.3h.

UV index

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sassafras. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sassafras?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sassafras, is 75°F (23.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sassafras?

The average relative humidity in May in Sassafras, Kentucky, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sassafras?

In Sassafras, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sassafras?

In Sassafras, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Sassafras in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sassafras have in May?

In Sassafras, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sassafras?

On the first day of May in Sassafras, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sassafras have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sassafras is 9.3h.

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

May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sassafras, Kentucky.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sassafras?

In Sassafras, Kentucky, 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
Sassafras, KY

Average temperature in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sassafras, KY

Average pressure in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sassafras, KY

Average wind speed in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sassafras, KY

Average humidity in May - Sassafras, 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 November (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sassafras, KY

Average rainfall in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sassafras, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sassafras, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sassafras, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Sassafras, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sassafras, 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, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sassafras, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sassafras, KY

Average UV index in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Sassafras, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Sassafras, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Sassafras, KY

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

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

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