May weather forecast
Mount Sterling, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mount Sterling, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

Mount Sterling's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). During the month of May, Mount Sterling experiences a steady low-temperature average of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

In Mount Sterling, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Mount Sterling. Rain falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mount Sterling is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mount Sterling, Illinois, is 8.9h.

UV index

In Mount Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Mount Sterling?

In May, in Mount Sterling, the average high-temperature is 72°F (22.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mount Sterling?

In May, the average relative humidity in Mount Sterling, Illinois, is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Mount Sterling?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Mount Sterling. Rain falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mount Sterling in May?

In Mount Sterling, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Mount Sterling in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Sterling have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mount Sterling?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Sterling have in May?

In Mount Sterling, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mount Sterling?

In Mount Sterling, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate 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
Mount Sterling, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average pressure in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average wind speed in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average humidity in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average rainfall in May - Mount Sterling, 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 January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average snowfall in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Mount Sterling, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mount Sterling, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average UV index in May - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Mount Sterling, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Mount Sterling, IL

Average visibility in May - Mount Sterling, 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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