May weather forecast
Riverdale, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Riverdale, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average low of 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Riverdale experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). In the month of May, Riverdale witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Riverdale experiences an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Riverdale, in May, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in Riverdale in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Riverdale?

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

Average temperature in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Riverdale, IL

Average pressure in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Riverdale, IL

Average wind speed in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Riverdale, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Riverdale, IL

Average rainfall in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Riverdale, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riverdale, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riverdale, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Riverdale, IL

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riverdale, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Riverdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Riverdale, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Riverdale, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Riverdale, IL

Average visibility in May - Riverdale, 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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