May weather forecast
Big Rock, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Big Rock, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Big Rock sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a mild 57°F (13.9°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Throughout the month of May, Big Rock sees a steady low-temperature average of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Big Rock aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Big Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.6 days and aggregates up to 15.2" (386mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Big Rock, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Big Rock, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 69.1°F (20.6°C) and the low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Big Rock. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Big Rock, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Big Rock aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Rock have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Big Rock is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Big Rock, IL

Average temperature in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Big Rock, IL

Average pressure in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Big Rock, IL

Average wind speed in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Big Rock, IL

Average humidity in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Big Rock, IL

Average rainfall in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Big Rock, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Big Rock, IL

Average snowfall in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Big Rock, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Big Rock, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Big Rock, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Big Rock, IL

Average UV index in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Big Rock, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Big Rock, IL

Average visibility in May - Big Rock, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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