May weather forecast
Henderson, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Henderson, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Henderson sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). During the month of May, Henderson anticipates a mean low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Henderson, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, in Henderson, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Henderson, in May, the average high-temperature is 70.7°F (21.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Henderson, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Henderson, snow does not fall in May through September.

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 Henderson have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Henderson have in May?

In Henderson, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Henderson, IL

Average temperature in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Henderson, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Henderson, IL

Average wind speed in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Henderson, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Henderson, IL

Average rainfall in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Henderson, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Henderson, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Henderson, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Henderson, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Henderson, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Henderson, IL

Average UV index in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Henderson, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Henderson, IL

Average visibility in May - Henderson, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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