May weather forecast
Carthage, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Carthage, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). May in Carthage witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Carthage is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Carthage?

In May, in Carthage, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Carthage?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Carthage?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Carthage, Illinois. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Carthage in May?

In Carthage, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carthage?

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

Does it snow in Carthage in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in May?

In May, the average day length in Carthage is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Carthage?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Carthage?

In Carthage, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Carthage?

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

Average temperature in May - Carthage, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°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 (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Carthage, IL

Average pressure in May - Carthage, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Carthage, IL

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

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).

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Average humidity in May
Carthage, IL

Average humidity in May - Carthage, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Carthage, IL

Average rainfall in May - Carthage, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Carthage, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Carthage, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Carthage, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Carthage, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Carthage, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Carthage, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Carthage, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Carthage, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Carthage, IL

Average UV index in May - Carthage, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Carthage, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Carthage, IL

Average visibility in May - Carthage, 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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