May weather forecast
West Van Lear, KY

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in West Van Lear, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.7°F (12.6°C) and max 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). West Van Lear observes a distinct decrease from peak daytime temperatures, with an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In West Van Lear, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Van Lear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Van Lear, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In West Van Lear, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in West Van Lear, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in West Van Lear is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in West Van Lear, Kentucky, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in West Van Lear?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Van Lear, Kentucky, during May are 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in West Van Lear?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Van Lear in May?

In West Van Lear, Kentucky, in May, during 18.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Van Lear?

In West Van Lear, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in West Van Lear in May?

In May, in West Van Lear, Kentucky, 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 Van Lear?

In May, the average day length in West Van Lear, Kentucky, is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in West Van Lear?

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 6:10 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Van Lear have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in West Van Lear is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in West Van Lear?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in West Van Lear, Kentucky.

What is the UV index reading in May in West Van Lear?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Van Lear, Kentucky, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average temperature in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average pressure in May - West Van Lear, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average wind speed in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average humidity in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall days in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Van Lear, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall days in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Van Lear, 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average sunshine days in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Van Lear, KY

Average UV index in May - West Van Lear, 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 Van Lear, KY

Average cloud cover in May - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
West Van Lear, KY

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

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

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