May weather forecastChampaign, IL
May
Weather in May
In May, the spring season peaks in Champaign, sliding it to the warmer side of the weather spectrum. The shift from the relatively cooler April is notable with a significant rise in average temperatures. Besides, rainfall figures present a slight decline, landing at approximately 2.2" (56mm). Even though May matches April in terms of high rainfall, the latter experiences rainfall over more days. More daylight hours and increased sunshine deepen the pleasurable weather picture of the city during this month.Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is experienced.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Champaign, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Champaign, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Champaign, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.1°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 (20.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Champaign, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Champaign, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Champaign, IL
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Champaign, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in May
Champaign, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Champaign, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Champaign, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Champaign, IL
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Champaign, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Champaign, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Champaign, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Champaign, 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).
