May weather forecast
Peoria, IL

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Street lights and tall buildings in the city of Peoria, Illinois, as well as the night sky reflected in the waterfront
Street lights and tall buildings in the city of Peoria, Illinois, as well as the night sky reflected in the waterfront

Weather in May

As May arrives, Peoria fully embraces the spring season, transitioning effortlessly into the early inklings of summer. With the consistency of warmer air and extended sunshine hours, plants deluge the city with a profusion of colors. Quite noticeably, this month witnesses the highest rainfall amount for the year, further nurturing the thriving vegetation. Despite the persistent rains, humid conditions are not particularly burdensome owing to the prevalent warm, sunlit weather. The beauty of the city in full bloom tempered with the beginning of summery warmth makes May an appealing time for local festivities and outdoor events.

Temperature

Peoria sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Peoria experiences a mean temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Peoria, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Peoria, the average high-temperature is 71.6°F (22°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Peoria, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Peoria have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Peoria, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Peoria, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Peoria, IL

Average pressure in May - Peoria, 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
Peoria, IL

Average wind speed in May - Peoria, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

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
Peoria, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Peoria, IL

Average rainfall in May - Peoria, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Peoria, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Peoria, 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 (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Peoria, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Peoria, IL

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peoria, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Peoria, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Peoria, IL

Average UV index in May - Peoria, 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
Peoria, IL

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

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

Average visibility in May
Peoria, IL

Average visibility in May - Peoria, 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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