May weather forecast
Glen Carbon, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Glen Carbon, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.5°F (23.6°C) and an average low of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Humidity

May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Glen Carbon, Illinois.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through August and October are months without snowfall in Glen Carbon.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May in Glen Carbon, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Glen Carbon, 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 Glen Carbon. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Glen Carbon?

In May, in Glen Carbon, the average high-temperature is 74.5°F (23.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Glen Carbon?

May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Glen Carbon?

In May, the average relative humidity in Glen Carbon is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Glen Carbon?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Glen Carbon. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Glen Carbon in May?

In Glen Carbon, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Glen Carbon?

April through August and October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Carbon have in May?

In May, the average day length in Glen Carbon, Illinois, is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Glen Carbon?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Glen Carbon?

In Glen Carbon, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Glen Carbon?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Glen Carbon?

In Glen Carbon, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average temperature in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average pressure in May - Glen Carbon, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Glen Carbon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average humidity in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average rainfall in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average snowfall in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glen Carbon, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average UV index in May - Glen Carbon, 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
Glen Carbon, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Glen Carbon, IL

Average visibility in May - Glen Carbon, 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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