May weather forecastShively, KY
May
Weather in May
Weather in May in Shively reveals a significant shift towards summertime, with the landscape coming alive under the warm sun. The instance of snowfall completely tapers off, being replaced by occasional rainfall. Typical spring winds continue to prevail, adding to the overall pleasantness of the month. The rise in sunshine hours brightens up Shively, and UV Index increase calls for more skin protection during outdoor activities. The city awaits even warmer days in June, as summer unfolds in all its grandeur.Temperature
With the onset of May, Shively sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). In May, Shively experiences an average nighttime temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Shively is 77%.Rainfall
In Shively, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Shively, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May in Shively, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shively, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 75.7°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 (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Shively, KY
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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
Shively, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
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).
Average humidity in May
Shively, KY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Shively, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Shively, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shively, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shively, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shively, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shively, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Shively, 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
Shively, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Shively, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and May (5mi).
