May weather forecast
Pekin, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Pekin, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) is observed during May.

Humidity

In Pekin, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Pekin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Pekin, 72.1°F (22.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.2°F (12.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Pekin?

In Pekin, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

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 May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Pekin, 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
Pekin, IL

Average temperature in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Pekin, IL

Average humidity in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Pekin, 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 June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Pekin, IL

Average UV index in May - Pekin, 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
Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Pekin, IL

Average visibility in May - Pekin, 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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