May weather forecastRutland, IL

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Rutland, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Rutland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rutland, Illinois, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Rutland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Rutland, records 71.4°F (21.9°C), while the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

In May, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Rutland, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

In Rutland, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

In Rutland, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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

Average rainfall in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Rutland, IL

  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Rutland, 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).