May weather forecastSpringfield, IL
May
Weather in May
As Springfield moves further into spring, May brings warmer days. The spell of comfortable warmth precedes the onset of summer. Thermometer readings advance into the 70s°F, making for quite a pleasant month overall. The city's parks and recreational areas become more active, inviting residents outdoors. There is a relative increase in rainfall, but it does not dampen the overall pleasant weather.Temperature
May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During the month of May, Springfield experiences a steady low-temperature average of 56.3°F (13.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Springfield, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Springfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
In Springfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Springfield, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Springfield, IL
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Springfield, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Springfield, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Springfield, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Springfield, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Springfield, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Springfield, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Springfield, IL
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Springfield, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Springfield, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Springfield, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Springfield, 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).
