May weather forecast
Basco, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Basco, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Basco is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Basco in May?

The high-temperature during May is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Basco, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Basco?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Basco, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Basco have in May?

In Basco, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Basco?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Basco, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Basco, IL

Average pressure in May - Basco, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Basco, IL

Average wind speed in May - Basco, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Basco, IL

Average humidity in May - Basco, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Basco, IL

Average rainfall in May - Basco, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Basco, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Basco, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Basco, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Basco, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Basco, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Basco, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Basco, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Basco, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Basco, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Basco, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Basco, IL

Average visibility in May - Basco, 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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