May weather forecast
Thornton, KY

Share

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thornton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

As Thornton, Kentucky, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) of April to a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C). Thornton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Thornton, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thornton are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Thornton. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thornton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Thornton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thornton, Kentucky, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Thornton?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Thornton, is 74.1°F (23.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Thornton?

In Thornton, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Thornton in May?

In Thornton, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Thornton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Thornton. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thornton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Thornton?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Thornton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thornton, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Thornton?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Thornton?

In Thornton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Thornton, KY

Average temperature in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Thornton, KY

Average pressure in May - Thornton, 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 (29.99"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Thornton, KY

Average wind speed in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Thornton, KY

Average humidity in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Thornton, KY

Average rainfall in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Thornton, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Thornton, KY

Average snowfall in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Thornton, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thornton, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thornton, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Thornton, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Thornton, KY

Average UV index in May - Thornton, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Thornton, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Thornton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Thornton, KY

Average visibility in May - Thornton, 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).

[Resources]

Thornton, Kentucky, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location