May weather forecast
Granite City, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Granite City, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

In Granite City, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C) in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Granite City, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Granite City, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Granite City, is 74.7°F (23.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Granite City, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Granite City, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Granite City have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Granite City have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Granite City, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Granite City, IL

Average temperature in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Granite City, IL

Average pressure in May - Granite City, 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
Granite City, IL

Average wind speed in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Granite City, IL

Average humidity in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Granite City, IL

Average rainfall in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Granite City, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Granite City, IL

Average snowfall in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Granite City, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Granite City, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Granite City, 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 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Granite City, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Granite City, IL

Average UV index in May - Granite City, 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
Granite City, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Granite City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Granite City, IL

Average visibility in May - Granite City, 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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