May weather forecast
Crete, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Crete, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 69.8°F (21°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

Crete, Illinois, in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in April to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). Crete reports an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Crete is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Crete.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Crete is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Crete, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Crete, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Crete is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Crete?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Crete, Illinois, are 69.8°F (21°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Crete?

In May, the average relative humidity in Crete, Illinois, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Crete?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Crete?

In Crete, in May, during 19.6 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Crete?

May through September are months without snowfall in Crete.

Does it snow in Crete in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Crete have in May?

The average day length in May in Crete is 14h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Crete?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Crete?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Crete?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Crete, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Crete, IL

Average temperature in May - Crete, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Crete, IL

Average pressure in May - Crete, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Crete, IL

Average wind speed in May - Crete, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Crete, IL

Average humidity in May - Crete, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Crete, IL

Average rainfall in May - Crete, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Crete, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Crete, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Crete, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Crete, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Crete, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Crete, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Crete, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Crete, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Crete, IL

Average UV index in May - Crete, 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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Crete, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Crete, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Crete, IL

Average visibility in May - Crete, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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