May weather forecast
Elmwood, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Elmwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). An average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) marks the nights throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elmwood?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Elmwood, is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Elmwood, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elmwood, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 4.29" (109mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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 Elmwood, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Elmwood is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elmwood, IL

Average temperature in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Elmwood, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elmwood, IL

Average wind speed in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Elmwood, IL

Average humidity in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Elmwood, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
Elmwood, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elmwood, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elmwood, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Elmwood, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elmwood, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Elmwood, IL

Average UV index in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Elmwood, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Elmwood, IL

Average visibility in May - Elmwood, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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