May weather forecast
New Athens, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Athens, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 75°F (23.9°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). In New Athens, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) during May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month in New Athens, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in New Athens is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In New Athens, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In New Athens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in New Athens, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in New Athens is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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 New Athens?

In May, in New Athens, the average high-temperature is 75°F (23.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in New Athens?

May is the most humid month in New Athens, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in New Athens?

In New Athens, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in New Athens?

The month with the most rainfall in New Athens, Illinois, is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in New Athens?

In New Athens, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in New Athens?

In New Athens, Illinois, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does New Athens have in May?

In New Athens, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in New Athens?

On the first day of May in New Athens, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Athens?

In New Athens, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in New Athens?

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

Average temperature in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
New Athens, IL

Average pressure in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"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
New Athens, IL

Average wind speed in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
New Athens, IL

Average humidity in May - New Athens, 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
New Athens, IL

Average rainfall in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
New Athens, IL

Average rainfall days in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Athens, IL

Average snowfall in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Athens, IL

Average snowfall days in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Athens, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Athens, IL

Average sunshine days in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
New Athens, IL

Average UV index in May - New Athens, 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
New Athens, IL

Average cloud cover in May - New Athens, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
New Athens, IL

Average visibility in May - New Athens, 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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