Louisville weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C, with around 12 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Louisville. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
24°C
Average low
14°C
Rainy days
12 days
Best months to visit
May, June, September
What to do in Louisville in May
Whatever the weather, Louisville rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Attend the Kentucky Derby or tour Churchill Downs year-round
Take a bourbon distillery tour and tasting on the Urban Bourbon Trail
Walk the Waterfront Park's 85-acre riverfront
Explore the Louisville Slugger Factory and bat museum
Visit the Frazier History Museum featuring Western frontier artifacts
Catch live jazz at Tuesday Jazz in historic neighborhoods
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
May (you are here)
24C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
August
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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