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 is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). The average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) in May represents a significant drop from the daily high.Humidity
In West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In West Prestonsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.8 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in West Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 14h and 13min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in West Prestonsburg is 9.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Prestonsburg. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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When is the highest UV index in West Prestonsburg?
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Average temperature in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average high temperature in May: 76.6°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 (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average rainfall in May: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Prestonsburg, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
West Prestonsburg, 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
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
West Prestonsburg, KY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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