May weather forecast
Sheldon, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sheldon, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Sheldon's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.5°F (12.5°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sheldon is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sheldon.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sheldon is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sheldon?

During May, Sheldon experiences an average high-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sheldon?

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

What is the wettest month in Sheldon?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sheldon in May?

In Sheldon, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sheldon?

May through October are months without snowfall in Sheldon.

Does it snow in Sheldon in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sheldon?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheldon, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldon have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Sheldon?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheldon, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sheldon, IL

Average temperature in May - Sheldon, 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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sheldon, IL

Average pressure in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sheldon, IL

Average wind speed in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sheldon, IL

Average humidity in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Sheldon, 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).

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

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

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sheldon, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Sheldon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sheldon, IL

Average UV index in May - Sheldon, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Sheldon, IL

Average visibility in May - Sheldon, 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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