May weather forecast
Alton, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Alton, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

As Alton enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C) of April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In Alton, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alton, Indiana, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through August 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 6:48 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Alton, 75.4°F (24.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.8°F (13.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Alton, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Alton, snow does not fall in May through August.

Does it snow 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 Alton, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 9:02 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Alton is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alton, IN

Average temperature in May - Alton, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Alton, IN

Average pressure in May - Alton, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alton, IN

Average wind speed in May - Alton, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Alton, IN

Average humidity in May - Alton, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Alton, IN

Average rainfall in May - Alton, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Alton, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Alton, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alton, IN

Average snowfall in May - Alton, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alton, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Alton, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alton, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alton, IN
  • 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alton, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Alton, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Alton, IN

Average UV index in May - Alton, IN
  • 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
Alton, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Alton, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Alton, IN

Average visibility in May - Alton, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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