May weather forecast
Durham, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Durham, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). The nighttime temperature in Durham dips to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) on average during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Durham is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Durham is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Durham, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Durham is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Durham, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Durham is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Durham is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Durham?

In Durham, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.6°F (22°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Durham?

The average relative humidity in May in Durham, Illinois, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Durham?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Durham, Illinois. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Durham?

In Durham, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Durham?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Durham in May?

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

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

The average day length in May in Durham, Illinois, is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Durham?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Durham?

In Durham, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Durham, IL

Average temperature in May - Durham, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Durham, IL

Average pressure in May - Durham, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Durham, IL

Average wind speed in May - Durham, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Durham, IL

Average humidity in May - Durham, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Durham, IL

Average rainfall in May - Durham, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Durham, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Durham, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Durham, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Durham, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Durham, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Durham, IL

Average UV index in May - Durham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Durham, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Durham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Durham, IL

Average visibility in May - Durham, 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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