May weather forecast
Lewistown, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Lewistown, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72°F (22.2°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Lewistown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Lewistown, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Lewistown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Lewistown in May has an average high-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lewistown, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lewistown, 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 Lewistown have in May?

In Lewistown, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Lewistown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lewistown, IL

Average temperature in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lewistown, IL

Average pressure in May - Lewistown, 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
Lewistown, IL

Average wind speed in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Lewistown, IL

Average humidity in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Lewistown, IL

Average rainfall in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Lewistown, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lewistown, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lewistown, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Lewistown, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lewistown, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Lewistown, IL

Average UV index in May - Lewistown, 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
Lewistown, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Lewistown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Lewistown, IL

Average visibility in May - Lewistown, 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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