May weather forecast
Shawneetown, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shawneetown, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

Shawneetown's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Shawneetown.

Rainfall

In May, in Shawneetown, Illinois, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shawneetown, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shawneetown, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Shawneetown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Shawneetown is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shawneetown?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Shawneetown?

May is the most humid month in Shawneetown, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Shawneetown?

In Shawneetown, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shawneetown in May?

In Shawneetown, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shawneetown?

May through October are months without snowfall in Shawneetown, Illinois.

Does it snow in Shawneetown in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shawneetown have in May?

The average day length in May in Shawneetown is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shawneetown?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawneetown have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Shawneetown, Illinois, is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Shawneetown?

The months with the highest UV index in Shawneetown, Illinois, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shawneetown?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average temperature in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average pressure in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average wind speed in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shawneetown, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average rainfall in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shawneetown, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shawneetown, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Shawneetown, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shawneetown, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average UV index in May - Shawneetown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Shawneetown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Shawneetown, IL

Average visibility in May - Shawneetown, 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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