Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In Birmingham, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Birmingham, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Birmingham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.On the first day of May in Birmingham, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Birmingham is 9h.UV index
In Birmingham, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Birmingham in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Birmingham?
What is the rainiest month in Birmingham?
How many days does it rain in May in Birmingham?
When it does not snow in Birmingham?
Does it snow in Birmingham in May?
How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Birmingham?
How long on average sun shines in May in Birmingham?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Birmingham?
Average temperature in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).
Average pressure in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Birmingham, 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 September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Birmingham, 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 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Birmingham, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Birmingham, 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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