May weather forecast
Elwin, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Elwin, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

Elwin's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). Elwin experiences a mean temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Elwin is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elwin, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Elwin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elwin?

In Elwin, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Elwin, 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 Elwin have in May?

In Elwin, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elwin, IL

Average temperature in May - Elwin, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Elwin, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elwin, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Elwin, IL

Average humidity in May - Elwin, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Elwin, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elwin, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Elwin, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elwin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elwin, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elwin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Elwin, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elwin, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elwin, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elwin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Elwin, IL

Average UV index in May - Elwin, 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
Elwin, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Elwin, IL

Average visibility in May - Elwin, 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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