May weather forecast
Sheridan, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Sheridan, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.1°F (11.7°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

Sheridan in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). In Sheridan, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sheridan, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Sheridan, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sheridan, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Sheridan, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in May?

In Sheridan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sheridan, IL

Average temperature in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheridan, IL

Average pressure in May - Sheridan, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sheridan, IL

Average wind speed in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheridan, IL

Average humidity in May - Sheridan, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Sheridan, IL

Average rainfall in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheridan, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheridan, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheridan, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheridan, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheridan, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheridan, IL

Average UV index in May - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Sheridan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Sheridan, IL

Average visibility in May - Sheridan, 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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