May weather forecast
Pekin, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Pekin, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.1°F (22.3°C) and min 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

As Pekin transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Pekin's temperature drops to an average low of 55.2°F (12.9°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Pekin, Illinois.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Pekin, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Pekin 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: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pekin?

In Pekin, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pekin?

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

What is the rainiest month in Pekin?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Pekin, Illinois. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Pekin?

In Pekin, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 4.09" (104mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pekin?

May through September are months without snowfall in Pekin.

Does it snow in Pekin in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pekin have in May?

The average day length in May in Pekin, Illinois, is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Pekin?

On the first day of May in Pekin, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pekin have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Pekin?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Pekin is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pekin, IL

Average temperature in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in May
Pekin, IL

Average pressure in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Pekin, IL

Average humidity in May - Pekin, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Pekin, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pekin, IL

Average UV index in May - Pekin, 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
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Pekin, IL

Average visibility in May - Pekin, 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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