May weather forecast
Ashland, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Ashland, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In Ashland, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ashland is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ashland is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashland is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ashland in May?

In Ashland, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Ashland?

The average relative humidity in May in Ashland, Illinois, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Ashland?

The month with the most rainfall in Ashland is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Ashland?

In Ashland, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ashland?

May through September are months without snowfall in Ashland, Illinois.

Does it snow in Ashland in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ashland?

On the first day of May in Ashland, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ashland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ashland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ashland, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ashland, IL

Average pressure in May - Ashland, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ashland, IL

Average wind speed in May - Ashland, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ashland, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall in May - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ashland, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ashland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ashland, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Ashland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ashland, IL

Average UV index in May - Ashland, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ashland, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Ashland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Ashland, IL

Average visibility in May - Ashland, 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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