May weather forecast
Buffalo Prairie, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buffalo Prairie, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.3°F (21.3°C) and min 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Buffalo Prairie experiences an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) in month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Buffalo Prairie is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Buffalo Prairie, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Buffalo Prairie, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Buffalo Prairie?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buffalo Prairie?

The average relative humidity in May in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Buffalo Prairie?

The month with the most rainfall in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Prairie in May?

In May, in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buffalo Prairie?

In Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Buffalo Prairie in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Prairie have in May?

In Buffalo Prairie, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Buffalo Prairie?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo Prairie, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Buffalo Prairie?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Buffalo Prairie?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Buffalo Prairie is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average temperature in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average pressure in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average wind speed in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average humidity in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Buffalo Prairie, 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
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average UV index in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average visibility in May - Buffalo Prairie, 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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