May weather forecast
Forrest, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Forrest, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 71.6°F (22°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In Forrest, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Forrest, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Forrest, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Forrest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Forrest, is 71.6°F (22°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Forrest, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Forrest have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Forrest?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Forrest, IL

Average temperature in May - Forrest, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Forrest, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Forrest, IL

Average wind speed in May - Forrest, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Forrest, IL

Average humidity in May - Forrest, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Forrest, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Forrest, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Forrest, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Forrest, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Forrest, 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
Forrest, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Forrest, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Forrest, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Forrest, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Forrest, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Forrest, IL

Average visibility in May - Forrest, 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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