May weather forecast
Lincoln, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Lincoln, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C).

Temperature

Lincoln, Illinois, in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). May brings Lincoln a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In Lincoln, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lincoln is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Lincoln is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.7°F (22.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lincoln?

The average relative humidity in May in Lincoln is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Lincoln?

The month with the most rainfall in Lincoln, Illinois, is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Lincoln in May?

In May, in Lincoln, Illinois, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in May?

In Lincoln, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lincoln?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lincoln have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lincoln?

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
Lincoln, IL

Average temperature in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Lincoln, IL

Average pressure in May - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, IL

Average wind speed in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Lincoln, IL

Average humidity in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, IL

Average rainfall in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Lincoln, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lincoln, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Lincoln, IL

Average UV index in May - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Lincoln, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lincoln, IL

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

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

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