May weather forecast
Orion, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Orion, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.5°F (21.4°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) in Orion.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Orion. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Orion, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Orion is 8.8h.

UV index

In Orion, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orion in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Orion, is 70.5°F (21.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Orion?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Orion, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 4.45" (113mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Orion?

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

Does it snow in Orion 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 May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Orion, IL

Average temperature in May - Orion, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°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 (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Orion, IL

Average pressure in May - Orion, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Orion, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Orion, IL

Average humidity in May - Orion, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Orion, IL

Average rainfall in May - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Orion, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orion, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orion, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orion, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orion, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Orion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Orion, IL

Average UV index in May - Orion, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Orion, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Orion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Orion, IL

Average visibility in May - Orion, 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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