May weather forecast
Downs, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Downs, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in April to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). An average temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) is recorded in Downs during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Downs, Illinois, is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Downs. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Downs, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Downs is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Downs, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Downs, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Downs, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Downs?

The high-temperature in Downs during May is 72°F (22.2°C) and the low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Downs?

In Downs, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Downs?

The month with the most rainfall in Downs is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Downs in May?

In Downs, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Downs?

In Downs, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Downs in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Downs have in May?

The average day length in May in Downs, Illinois, is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Downs?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Downs?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Downs, Illinois, is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Downs?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Downs is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Downs, IL

Average temperature in May - Downs, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Downs, IL

Average pressure in May - Downs, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Downs, IL

Average wind speed in May - Downs, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Downs, IL

Average humidity in May - Downs, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Downs, IL

Average rainfall in May - Downs, 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 December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
Downs, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Downs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Downs, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Downs, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Downs, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Downs, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Downs, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Downs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Downs, IL

Average UV index in May - Downs, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Downs, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Downs, IL

Average visibility in May - Downs, 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).

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