May weather forecast
Sheldon, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sheldon, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.5°F (12.5°C) and max 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

As Sheldon transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). During the month of May, Sheldon's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sheldon, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sheldon, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated 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 Sheldon, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sheldon, IL

Average temperature in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheldon, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Sheldon, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheldon, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheldon, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Sheldon, IL

Average visibility in May - Sheldon, 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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