May weather forecast
Elba, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elba, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Elba's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). In May, Elba reports a consistent average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Elba, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation. In Elba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Elba, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elba is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Elba. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elba?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Elba, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Elba?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Elba?

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

How much does it rain in Elba in May?

In Elba, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elba?

In Elba, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Elba 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 Elba?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elba?

On the first day of May in Elba, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elba have in May?

In Elba, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Elba?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Elba?

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

Average temperature in May - Elba, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Elba, IL

Average pressure in May - Elba, 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
Elba, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Elba, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Elba, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elba, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Elba, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elba, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elba, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elba, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Elba, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elba, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elba, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elba, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Elba, IL

Average UV index in May - Elba, 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
Elba, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Elba, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Elba, IL

Average visibility in May - Elba, 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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