May weather forecast
Palmer, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Palmer, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). Palmer in May experiences a low-temperature average of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In Palmer, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Palmer, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Palmer in May?

In Palmer, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Palmer, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow 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 Palmer?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Palmer, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmer, IL

Average pressure in May - Palmer, 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
Palmer, IL

Average wind speed in May - Palmer, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmer, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmer, IL

Average rainfall in May - Palmer, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmer, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Palmer, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmer, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmer, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Palmer, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmer, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Palmer, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Palmer, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmer, IL

Average UV index in May - Palmer, 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
Palmer, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Palmer, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Palmer, IL

Average visibility in May - Palmer, 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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