Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 59°F (15°C) is noted.Humidity
March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Metropolis.Rainfall
In Metropolis, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. In Metropolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Metropolis, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Metropolis is 14h and 11min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Metropolis is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Metropolis in May?
What are the most humid months in Metropolis?
What is the average humidity in May in Metropolis?
How many days does it rain in May in Metropolis?
When it does not snow in Metropolis?
Does it snow in Metropolis in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Metropolis?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Metropolis?
How many hours of sunshine does Metropolis have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Metropolis?
How high is the UV index in May in Metropolis?
Average temperature in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Metropolis, IL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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