May weather forecastSmith, KY
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Smith, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).Temperature
The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). A notable decrease from the day's highest temperature marks May, culminating in an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.4 days and collects up to 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Smith, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 8min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Smith, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Smith, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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).
Average wind speed in May
Smith, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Smith, KY
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Smith, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Smith, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Smith, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Smith, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Smith, KY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Smith, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Smith, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Smith, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Smith, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
