May weather forecast
Burlington, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Burlington, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Burlington is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Burlington, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Burlington, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

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 average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Burlington?

The high-temperature in Burlington during May is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burlington?

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

What is the wettest month in Burlington?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Burlington in May?

In Burlington, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Burlington?

May through September are months without snowfall in Burlington, Illinois.

Does it snow in Burlington in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Burlington?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Burlington?

On the first day of May in Burlington, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Burlington?

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

Average temperature in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Burlington, IL

Average pressure in May - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Burlington, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Burlington, IL

Average rainfall in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Burlington, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burlington, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burlington, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burlington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burlington, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Burlington, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Burlington, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Burlington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Burlington, IL

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

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

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