May weather forecast
Danville, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Danville, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in April to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 55°F (12.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Danville, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Danville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Danville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Danville, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 71.8°F (22.1°C) and the low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Danville?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Danville, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

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?

In Danville, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Danville?

In Danville, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Danville, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Danville, IL

Average temperature in May - Danville, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°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 (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Danville, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Danville, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Danville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Danville, IL

Average rainfall in May - Danville, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Danville, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Danville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Danville, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Danville, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Danville, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Danville, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Danville, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Danville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Danville, IL

Average UV index in May - Danville, 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
Danville, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Danville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Danville, IL

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

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

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