May weather forecast
Fayetteville, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Fayetteville, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Fayetteville's temperature in May lowers to a consistent average of 57.7°F (14.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fayetteville, snow does not fall in April through August.

Daylight

In Fayetteville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fayetteville. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Fayetteville, is 75°F (23.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fayetteville, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Fayetteville, snow does not fall in April through August.

How many hours of daylight does Fayetteville have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average temperature in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average pressure in May - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, IL

Average wind speed in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average humidity in May - Fayetteville, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average rainfall in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Fayetteville, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fayetteville, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fayetteville, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average UV index in May - Fayetteville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Fayetteville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Fayetteville, IL

Average visibility in May - Fayetteville, 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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