May weather forecast
Monticello, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Monticello, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In May, Monticello reports a consistent average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Monticello, Illinois, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Monticello, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Monticello, the average high-temperature is 72.7°F (22.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Monticello?

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Monticello, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Monticello have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Monticello, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Monticello, IL

Average pressure in May - Monticello, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Monticello, IL

Average wind speed in May - Monticello, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Monticello, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Monticello, IL

Average rainfall in May - Monticello, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Monticello, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Monticello, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Monticello, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Monticello, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Monticello, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Monticello, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Monticello, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Monticello, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Monticello, IL

Average UV index in May - Monticello, 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
Monticello, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Monticello, IL

Average visibility in May - Monticello, 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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