May weather forecast
East Cape Girardeau, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in East Cape Girardeau, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). East Cape Girardeau's average low-temperature in May is measured at a moderate 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In East Cape Girardeau, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In East Cape Girardeau, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In East Cape Girardeau, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, in East Cape Girardeau, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and a low-temperature of 59°F (15°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in East Cape Girardeau are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Cape Girardeau, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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?

In East Cape Girardeau, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In East Cape Girardeau, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average temperature in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average pressure in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average wind speed in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average humidity in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall days in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall days in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average sunshine days in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average UV index in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average cloud cover in May - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average visibility in May - East Cape Girardeau, 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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