May weather forecast
Franklin, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franklin, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.9°F (22.7°C) and min 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Franklin experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Franklin, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.6 days and collects up to 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Franklin is 9.1h.

UV index

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Franklin, is 72.9°F (22.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Franklin, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Franklin, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Franklin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Franklin, IL

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin, IL

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin, IL

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Franklin, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin, IL

Average UV index in May - Franklin, 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
Franklin, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Franklin, IL

Average visibility in May - Franklin, 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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