May weather forecast
Dorsey, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dorsey, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). Dorsey in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.4 rainfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dorsey, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Dorsey, Illinois, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Dorsey, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Dorsey, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Dorsey experiences an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dorsey, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Dorsey have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorsey have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dorsey, IL

Average temperature in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in May
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dorsey, IL

Average wind speed in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Dorsey, IL

Average rainfall in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Dorsey, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dorsey, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Dorsey, IL

Average UV index in May - Dorsey, 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
Dorsey, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Dorsey, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Dorsey, IL

Average visibility in May - Dorsey, 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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