May weather forecast
Mount Zion, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mount Zion, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Mount Zion. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mount Zion is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Zion, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mount Zion is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Mount Zion?

During May, Mount Zion experiences an average high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mount Zion?

The average relative humidity in May in Mount Zion, Illinois, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Mount Zion?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mount Zion in May?

In Mount Zion, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mount Zion?

May through October are months without snowfall in Mount Zion.

Does it snow in Mount Zion in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Mount Zion?

In May, the average day length in Mount Zion, Illinois, is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Mount Zion?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

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

In Mount Zion, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Zion, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mount Zion, IL

Average temperature in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Mount Zion, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mount Zion, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Mount Zion, IL

Average humidity in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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

Average rainfall in May
Mount Zion, IL

Average rainfall in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Mount Zion, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mount Zion, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mount Zion, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Mount Zion, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mount Zion, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Mount Zion, IL

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

Average cloud cover in May - Mount Zion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

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
Mount Zion, IL

Average visibility in May - Mount Zion, 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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