Lexington weather in May (Kentucky, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Lexington in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Lexington generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Lexington in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. April, May, June, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lexington climate page with graphs.

 

Lexington, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 132 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lexington in May?

For visitors traveling to Lexington, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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