May weather forecast
Wilmington, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wilmington, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). In May, Wilmington reports a consistent average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Wilmington, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Wilmington.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Wilmington, Illinois, is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Wilmington, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Wilmington?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Wilmington?

The average relative humidity in May in Wilmington, Illinois, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Wilmington?

The month with the most rainfall in Wilmington, Illinois, is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, Illinois, in May, during 19.2 rainfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wilmington?

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

Does it snow in Wilmington in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Wilmington, Illinois, is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wilmington?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wilmington, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wilmington have in May?

In Wilmington, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Wilmington?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wilmington is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wilmington, IL

Average temperature in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°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 (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Wilmington, IL

Average pressure in May - Wilmington, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Wilmington, IL

Average wind speed in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Wilmington, IL

Average humidity in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Wilmington, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Wilmington, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Wilmington, 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
Wilmington, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wilmington, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wilmington, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wilmington, IL

Average UV index in May - Wilmington, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Wilmington, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Wilmington, IL

Average visibility in May - Wilmington, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, July and August (5mi).

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