May weather forecast
Alpha, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Alpha, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.5°F (21.4°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C) to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). Alpha experiences an average low-temperature reading of 53.6°F (12°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Alpha, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Alpha, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Alpha, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Alpha, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Alpha?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Alpha, is 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Alpha?

In Alpha, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Alpha?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Alpha in May?

In Alpha, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 4.45" (113mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Alpha?

In Alpha, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Alpha in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Alpha have in May?

The average day length in May in Alpha, Illinois, is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Alpha?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpha have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Alpha?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alpha, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alpha, IL

Average temperature in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Alpha, IL

Average pressure in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alpha, IL

Average wind speed in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Alpha, IL

Average humidity in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Alpha, IL

Average rainfall in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Alpha, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alpha, IL

Average snowfall in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alpha, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alpha, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alpha, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Alpha, IL

Average UV index in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Alpha, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Alpha, IL

Average visibility in May - Alpha, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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