May weather forecast
Russell, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Russell, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Russell is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Russell, Illinois, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Russell is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Russell is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Russell?

The high-temperature, in May, in Russell, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Russell?

In Russell, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Russell?

In Russell, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Russell?

In Russell, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Russell in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in May?

The average day length in May in Russell is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Russell?

On the first day of May in Russell, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Russell?

The average sunshine duration in May in Russell, Illinois, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Russell?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Russell is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Russell, IL

Average temperature in May - Russell, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Russell, IL

Average pressure in May - Russell, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Russell, IL

Average wind speed in May - Russell, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Russell, IL

Average humidity in May - Russell, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Russell, IL

Average rainfall in May - Russell, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Russell, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Russell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Russell, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Russell, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Russell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Russell, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Russell, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Russell, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Russell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Russell, IL

Average UV index in May - Russell, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
Russell, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Russell, IL

Average visibility in May - Russell, 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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