May weather forecast
Strawn, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Strawn, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 55°F (12.8°C) and max 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). An average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Strawn, 71.6°F (22°C) is the average high-temperature and 55°F (12.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Strawn, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Strawn in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Strawn have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Strawn, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Strawn have in May?

In Strawn, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Strawn, IL

Average temperature in May - Strawn, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Strawn, IL

Average wind speed in May - Strawn, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Strawn, IL

Average humidity in May - Strawn, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Strawn, IL

Average rainfall in May - Strawn, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Strawn, IL

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Strawn, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Strawn, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Strawn, IL

Average visibility in May - Strawn, 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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