May weather forecast
West Point, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Point, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Throughout May, West Point witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.2 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Point, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Point, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Point in May?

The high-temperature in West Point during May is 75.7°F (24.3°C) and the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Point?

In May, the average relative humidity in West Point, Kentucky, is 78%.

How much does it rain in West Point in May?

In West Point, Kentucky, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Point?

May through October are months without snowfall in West Point, Kentucky.

Does it snow in West Point in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Point?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Point?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Point have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in West Point, Kentucky, is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in West Point?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Point?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Point, KY

Average temperature in May - West Point, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Point, KY

Average pressure in May - West Point, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Point, KY

Average wind speed in May - West Point, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Point, KY

Average humidity in May - West Point, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Point, KY

Average rainfall in May - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Point, KY

Average rainfall days in May - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Point, KY

Average snowfall in May - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Point, KY

Average snowfall days in May - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Point, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Point, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Point, KY

Average sunshine days in May - West Point, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Point, KY

Average UV index in May - West Point, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Point, KY

Average cloud cover in May - West Point, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
West Point, KY

Average visibility in May - West Point, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and December (5mi).

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