May weather forecast
Virden, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Virden, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Virden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.6 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In Virden, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Virden, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Virden, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Virden in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Virden have in May?

In Virden, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Virden have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Virden?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Virden, IL

Average temperature in May - Virden, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Virden, IL

Average pressure in May - Virden, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Virden, IL

Average wind speed in May - Virden, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Virden, IL

Average humidity in May - Virden, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Virden, IL

Average rainfall in May - Virden, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
Virden, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Virden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Virden, IL

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Virden, IL

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

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Virden, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Virden, IL

Average UV index in May - Virden, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Virden, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Virden, IL

Average visibility in May - Virden, 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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