May weather forecast
Elizabethtown, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Elizabethtown, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.5°F (14.7°C) and max 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Elizabethtown's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elizabethtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elizabethtown, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elizabethtown in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Elizabethtown, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elizabethtown, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Elizabethtown, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Elizabethtown have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elizabethtown, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Elizabethtown, Illinois, is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elizabethtown, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°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 (27.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average pressure in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average wind speed in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average humidity in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elizabethtown, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elizabethtown, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Elizabethtown, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elizabethtown, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elizabethtown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average UV index in May - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Elizabethtown, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Elizabethtown, IL

Average visibility in May - Elizabethtown, 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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