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

What does the weather outlook for Louisville look like in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Louisville includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 25°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 14°C.

Precipitation

Louisville in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 266 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Louisville, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 266 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Louisville.

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