May weather forecastLena, IL
May
Weather in May
As Lena moves into May, warmer weather and more sunshine become the norm. It's the time when the town fully awakens from its winter hibernation, with nature blossoming all around and citizens basking in the spring weather. However, increased rainfall accompanies the higher temperatures, acting as nature's watering can to the thriving flora. May stands out with its maximum average temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C). Longer daylight hours and the absence of snowfall make it a great time for outdoor explorations and picnics in the park.Temperature
The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C). Lena, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
In Lena, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In Lena, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Lena is 14h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Lena, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Lena, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Lena, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Lena, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Lena, IL
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Lena, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Lena, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lena, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lena, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lena, IL
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lena, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Lena, IL
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Lena, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Lena, IL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
