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United StatesThe weather in May in Kentucky
It's warm in May in Kentucky with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 18°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Kentucky, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2019, Kentucky reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 109 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Kentucky
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kentucky. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kentucky | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 109 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kentucky with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 15°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kentucky is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Kentucky, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kentucky
Temperature in May in Kentucky over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kentucky, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Kentucky
Total precipitation in May in Kentucky over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kentucky
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kentucky, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kentucky by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kentucky. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.