May weather forecast
Prophetstown, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Prophetstown, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). Prophetstown's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Prophetstown. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Prophetstown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Prophetstown, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Prophetstown, is 70°F (21.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Prophetstown?

In Prophetstown, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Prophetstown, Illinois, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Prophetstown have in May?

In Prophetstown, the average day length in May is 14h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prophetstown have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average temperature in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average pressure in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"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
Prophetstown, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Prophetstown, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average rainfall in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Prophetstown, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Prophetstown, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Prophetstown, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Prophetstown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Prophetstown, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Prophetstown, 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 30).

Average visibility in May
Prophetstown, IL

Average visibility in May - Prophetstown, 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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