May weather forecast
Towanda, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Towanda, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). In May, the average low-temperature is a mild 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Towanda, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Towanda, the average high-temperature is 72°F (22.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Towanda?

In Towanda, in May, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 4.57" (116mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Towanda have in May?

In Towanda, 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 5:53 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Towanda?

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

Average temperature in May - Towanda, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Towanda, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Towanda, IL

Average wind speed in May - Towanda, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Towanda, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall in May - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Towanda, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Towanda, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Towanda, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Towanda, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Towanda, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Towanda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Towanda, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Towanda, IL

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

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

Average visibility in May
Towanda, IL

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

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

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