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
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in Sharkey, Kentucky.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Sharkey, Kentucky. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sharkey, 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 May in Sharkey, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Sharkey?
What is the average humidity in May in Sharkey?
What is the wettest month in Sharkey?
How many days does it rain in May in Sharkey?
When it does not snow in Sharkey?
Does it snow in Sharkey in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Sharkey?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sharkey?
How many hours of sunshine does Sharkey have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Sharkey?
What is the UV index reading in May in Sharkey?
Average temperature in May
Sharkey, 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 (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
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
Sharkey, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sharkey, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Sharkey, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Sharkey, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
Sharkey, Kentucky, USA
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