May weather forecast
Murphysboro, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Murphysboro, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.7°F (24.3°C) and min 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

In Murphysboro, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). In May, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Murphysboro, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Murphysboro, is 75.7°F (24.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Murphysboro?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Murphysboro, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Murphysboro, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Murphysboro, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average temperature in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average pressure in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average wind speed in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average humidity in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Murphysboro, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Murphysboro, IL

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average UV index in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Murphysboro, IL

Average visibility in May - Murphysboro, 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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