May weather forecast
Swansea, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Swansea, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.9°F (14.4°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Swansea reports a steady low-temperature average of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Swansea, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Swansea, Illinois, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Swansea, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.8°F (23.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Swansea, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Swansea, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Swansea have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Swansea, IL

Average temperature in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Swansea, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Swansea, IL

Average wind speed in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Swansea, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Swansea, IL

Average rainfall in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Swansea, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Swansea, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Swansea, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Swansea, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Swansea, IL

Average UV index in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Swansea, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Swansea, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Swansea, IL

Average visibility in May - Swansea, 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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