May weather forecast
Shirland, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Shirland, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Shirland's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in April to a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). During May, Shirland sees a mean low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In Shirland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Shirland, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shirland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.2 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Shirland, Illinois.

Daylight

In Shirland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Shirland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shirland?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Shirland, is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shirland?

In Shirland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Shirland in May?

In Shirland, Illinois, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shirland?

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

Does it snow in Shirland in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Shirland?

In Shirland, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shirland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shirland have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shirland is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Shirland?

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

Average temperature in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Shirland, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shirland, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Shirland, IL

Average humidity in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Shirland, IL

Average rainfall in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Shirland, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shirland, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shirland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Shirland, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shirland, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shirland, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shirland, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Shirland, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Shirland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Shirland, IL

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

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

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