May weather forecast
Effingham, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Effingham, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.8°F (13.8°C) and max 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). An average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is expected during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Effingham, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Effingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Effingham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Effingham, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Effingham, Illinois, is 9.1h.

UV index

In Effingham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Effingham?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Effingham, Illinois, during May are 73.4°F (23°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Effingham?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Effingham?

In Effingham, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Effingham?

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

Does it snow in Effingham in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Effingham have in May?

In Effingham, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Effingham?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Effingham have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Effingham, Illinois, is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Effingham?

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

Average temperature in May - Effingham, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in May
Effingham, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Effingham, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Effingham, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Effingham, IL

Average rainfall in May - Effingham, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Effingham, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Effingham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Effingham, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Effingham, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Effingham, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Effingham, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Effingham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Effingham, IL

Average UV index in May - Effingham, 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
Effingham, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Effingham, IL

Average visibility in May - Effingham, 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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