Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). Throughout the month of May, Shannon witnesses an average temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Shannon is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Shannon is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Shannon, Kentucky.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Shannon is 14h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Shannon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Shannon, Kentucky, is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Shannon?
What is the average humidity in May in Shannon?
What is the rainiest month in Shannon?
How many days does it rain in May in Shannon?
When it does not snow in Shannon?
Does it snow in Shannon in May?
How many hours of daylight does Shannon have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shannon?
How long on average sun shines in May in Shannon?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Shannon?
How high is the UV index in May in Shannon?
Average temperature in May
Shannon, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Shannon, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Shannon, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Shannon, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Shannon, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Shannon, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shannon, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shannon, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shannon, 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shannon, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Shannon, 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
Shannon, 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).
Average visibility in May
Shannon, 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).
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