May weather forecast
Raritan, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Raritan, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 71.6°F (22°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Raritan's average low-temperature in May is measured at a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Raritan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Raritan in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and a low-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Raritan, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 Raritan have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Raritan, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Raritan, IL

Average pressure in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Raritan, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Raritan, IL

Average humidity in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Raritan, IL

Average rainfall in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Raritan, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Raritan, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Raritan, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Raritan, 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
Raritan, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Raritan, 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: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Raritan, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Raritan, IL

Average UV index in May - Raritan, 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
Raritan, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Raritan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Raritan, IL

Average visibility in May - Raritan, 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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