May weather forecast
Golconda, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Golconda, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59°F (15°C) and an average high of 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C) to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). Golconda experiences a mean temperature of 59°F (15°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Golconda, Illinois, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Golconda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Golconda, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Golconda, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Golconda?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Golconda are 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Golconda, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Golconda have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Golconda have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Golconda, IL

Average temperature in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in May
Golconda, IL

Average pressure in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Golconda, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Golconda, IL

Average humidity in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Golconda, IL

Average rainfall in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Golconda, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Golconda, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Golconda, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Golconda, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Golconda, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Golconda, IL

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

Average cloud cover in May
Golconda, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Golconda, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Golconda, IL

Average visibility in May - Golconda, 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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