Lexington-Fayette (KY)
May
Weather in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky for May 2026
Your guide to Lexington-Fayette weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in Lexington-Fayette has been significantly cooler than historical averages by -2 °F, with average temperature of 17.7 °F.
The forecast for the coming days of May 2026 predicts a temperature of 25 °F , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Lexington-Fayette at the beginning of May is 18.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 21.7 °F by the end of May.
Lexington-Fayette experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 300.9 mm.
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29
Rainy days
0
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21°/12°
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82 %
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Lexington-Fayette Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Lexington-Fayette
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May weather in Lexington-Fayette day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 1 mm | 6 | |
| May 2 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 2.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 3 | Light rain shower | 17° /9° | 27 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 |  Overcast | 19° /9° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 5 |  Heavy rain at times | 19° /11° | 3.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 6 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /10° | 7.6 mm | 3 | |
| May 7 | Overcast | 21° /11° | 2.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 8 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /12° | 10.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 9 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /10° | 5.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 10 |  Sunny | 21° /8° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 11 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /9° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 12 | Heavy rain at times | 21° /11° | 14.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /13° | 7.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 14 | Sunny | 20° /7° | 0 mm | 7.7 | |
| May 15 | Sunny | 22° /7° | 0.1 mm | 0.5 | |
| May 16 |  Moderate rain | 25° /15° | 17.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /17° | 4.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /17° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /19° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /14° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| May 21 | Sunny | 25° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 22 | Sunny | 25° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 23 | Sunny | 30° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 24 | Sunny | 29° /19° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 25 | Patchy rain possible | 29° /18° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| May 26 | Moderate rain | 22° /15° | 5.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 27 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| May 28 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /11° | 4.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 29 | Overcast | 21° /12° | 2.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 30 |  Cloudy | 21° /12° | 23.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Overcast | 23° /12° | 4.1 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lexington-Fayette in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lexington-Fayette forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lexington-Fayette in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lexington-Fayette during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 21° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lexington-Fayette during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 300.9 mm is expected in Lexington-Fayette during May, occurring over more than 29 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lexington-Fayette during May?
The average wind speed in Lexington-Fayette during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Lexington-Fayette
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Typically, Lexington-Fayette has 29 rainy days in May with a total of 300.9 mm of rainfall.
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