May weather forecast
Whittington, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Whittington, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 75.2°F (24°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Whittington records an average nighttime low of 58.1°F (14.5°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whittington, during May, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Whittington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Whittington, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Whittington?

The high-temperature, in May, in Whittington, records 75.2°F (24°C), while the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Whittington?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Whittington, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in Whittington in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Whittington, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Whittington, IL

Average temperature in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Whittington, IL

Average pressure in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whittington, IL

Average wind speed in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Whittington, IL

Average humidity in May - Whittington, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Whittington, IL

Average rainfall in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Whittington, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whittington, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whittington, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Whittington, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whittington, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Whittington, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Whittington, IL

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

Average cloud cover in May
Whittington, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Whittington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Whittington, IL

Average visibility in May - Whittington, 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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