May weather forecast
Peru, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Peru, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and an average low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

Peru's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

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 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 70.5°F (21.4°C) and the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Peru, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 4.65" (118mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Peru, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Peru, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Peru, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Peru, IL

Average pressure in May - Peru, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Peru, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Peru, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Peru, IL

Average rainfall in May - Peru, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Peru, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Peru, 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 January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Peru, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Peru, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Peru, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Peru, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Peru, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Peru, IL

Average UV index in May - Peru, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Peru, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Peru, IL

Average visibility in May - Peru, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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