May weather forecastDawson, IL
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Dawson, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.9°F (22.7°C) and min 56.5°F (13.6°C).Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). During May, Dawson's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 56.5°F (13.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, in Dawson, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dawson, Illinois, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Dawson.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Dawson, Illinois, is 14h and 24min.On the first day of May in Dawson, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Dawson is 9.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Average temperature in May
Dawson, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Dawson, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dawson, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Dawson, IL
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Dawson, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").
Average rainfall days in May
Dawson, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dawson, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dawson, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Dawson, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dawson, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Dawson, 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
Dawson, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Dawson, 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).
