May weather forecast
Palestine, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palestine, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and an average low of 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) to a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) is observed in Palestine, Illinois.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palestine, in May, during 19.8 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palestine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 36.85" (936mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Palestine.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Palestine is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Palestine, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Palestine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Palestine, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Palestine?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Palestine are 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 57.2°F (14°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Palestine?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Palestine in May?

In May, in Palestine, Illinois, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Palestine?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Palestine in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palestine have in May?

In Palestine, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Palestine?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palestine, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palestine have in May?

In Palestine, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Palestine?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Palestine, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palestine, IL

Average temperature in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Palestine, IL

Average pressure in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Palestine, IL

Average wind speed in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Palestine, IL

Average humidity in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Palestine, IL

Average rainfall in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Palestine, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Palestine, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Palestine, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Palestine, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Palestine, IL

Average UV index in May - Palestine, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Palestine, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Palestine, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Palestine, IL

Average visibility in May - Palestine, 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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