May weather forecast
Pleasant Hill, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Pleasant Hill, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73°F (22.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Pleasant Hill records a consistent low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during May nights.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Pleasant Hill, is 73°F (22.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pleasant Hill, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pleasant Hill, 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 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Hill have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average wind speed in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average humidity in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average rainfall in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average snowfall in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pleasant Hill, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average UV index in May - Pleasant Hill, 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
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Pleasant Hill, IL

Average visibility in May - Pleasant Hill, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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