May weather forecast
New Castle, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Castle, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

New Castle's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). New Castle anticipates an average minimum temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Castle, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Castle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Castle, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In New Castle, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, in New Castle, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in New Castle, Kentucky, is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in New Castle is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in New Castle?

During May, New Castle experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Castle?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in New Castle in May?

In New Castle, Kentucky, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in New Castle?

In New Castle, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in New Castle in May?

In May, in New Castle, 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 New Castle?

The average day length in May in New Castle is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in New Castle?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Castle, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:58 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Castle?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Castle?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Castle is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
New Castle, KY

Average temperature in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
New Castle, KY

Average pressure in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
New Castle, KY

Average wind speed in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
New Castle, KY

Average humidity in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
New Castle, KY

Average rainfall in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
New Castle, KY

Average rainfall days in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
New Castle, KY

Average snowfall in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
New Castle, KY

Average snowfall days in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
New Castle, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
New Castle, KY

Average sunshine days in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
New Castle, KY

Average UV index in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
New Castle, KY

Average cloud cover in May - New Castle, 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 28).

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Average visibility in May
New Castle, KY

Average visibility in May - New Castle, KY
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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