May weather forecast
Canton, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Canton, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 72°F (22.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Canton's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). Canton observes an average nighttime temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Canton. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Canton, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 72°F (22.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Canton, in May, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Canton, IL

Average temperature in May - Canton, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Canton, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Canton, IL

Average wind speed in May - Canton, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Canton, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Canton, IL

Average rainfall in May - Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Canton, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Canton, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Canton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Canton, IL

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Canton, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Canton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Canton, IL

Average UV index in May - Canton, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Canton, IL

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

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

Average visibility in May
Canton, IL

Average visibility in May - Canton, 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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