May weather forecast
Greenville, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Greenville, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Greenville, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Greenville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.9 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In Greenville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Greenville, records 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Greenville?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Greenville, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Greenville?

In Greenville, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Greenville, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Greenville, IL

Average temperature in May - Greenville, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Greenville, IL

Average pressure in May - Greenville, 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
Greenville, IL

Average wind speed in May - Greenville, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Greenville, IL

Average rainfall in May - Greenville, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Greenville, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Greenville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Greenville, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Greenville, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greenville, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Greenville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Greenville, IL

Average UV index in May - Greenville, 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
Greenville, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Greenville, IL

Average visibility in May - Greenville, 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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