May weather forecast
Waterloo, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Waterloo, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 75°F (23.9°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). Waterloo's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Waterloo. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Waterloo, Illinois, snow does not fall in April through August and October.

Daylight

In Waterloo, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Waterloo. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waterloo in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Waterloo, Illinois, during May are 75°F (23.9°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Waterloo?

May is the most humid month in Waterloo, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Waterloo?

The average relative humidity in May in Waterloo, Illinois, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Waterloo?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Waterloo. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Waterloo in May?

In Waterloo, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Waterloo?

April through August and October are months without snowfall.

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

In Waterloo, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Waterloo?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterloo, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Waterloo?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Waterloo, Illinois, is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Waterloo?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Waterloo?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Waterloo, IL

Average temperature in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Waterloo, IL

Average pressure in May - Waterloo, 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
Waterloo, IL

Average wind speed in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Waterloo, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Waterloo, IL

Average rainfall in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Waterloo, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waterloo, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waterloo, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waterloo, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waterloo, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Waterloo, IL

Average UV index in May - Waterloo, 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
Waterloo, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Waterloo, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Waterloo, IL

Average visibility in May - Waterloo, 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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