May weather forecast
Riverton, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Riverton, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). The average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In Riverton, Illinois, 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 rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 72.9°F (22.7°C) and the low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Riverton, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October 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?

In Riverton, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Riverton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Riverton is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Riverton, IL

Average temperature in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Riverton, IL

Average pressure in May - Riverton, 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
Riverton, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Riverton, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Riverton, IL

Average rainfall in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Riverton, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Riverton, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Riverton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Riverton, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Riverton, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Riverton, IL

Average UV index in May - Riverton, 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
Riverton, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Riverton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Riverton, IL

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

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

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