May weather forecast
Paris, IL

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Weather in May

May brings warmth to Paris, Illinois, paving the way for summer. As the mercury surges to an average high of 72.7°F (22.6°C), residents shed their winter gear. The marked warming of May after the rain-soaked April promises longer sunny days, perfect for outdoor activities. While evenings remain comfortably cool, the increasing daylight and receding rainfall herald the onset of peak summer. The transition into June is marked by rising temperatures and clear blue skies, signaling vacation time.

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). Paris experiences a nighttime temperature average of 56.1°F (13.4°C) during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Paris, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Paris, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Paris, records 72.7°F (22.6°C), while the low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Paris, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Paris?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Paris have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Paris, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Paris, IL

Average pressure in May - Paris, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Paris, IL

Average wind speed in May - Paris, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Paris, IL

Average humidity in May - Paris, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

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

Average rainfall in May
Paris, IL

Average rainfall in May - Paris, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Paris, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Paris, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paris, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Paris, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Paris, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paris, 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: 8h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paris, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Paris, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Paris, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Paris, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Paris, IL

Average visibility in May - Paris, 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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