May weather forecast
Knoxville, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Knoxville, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54°F (12.2°C) and an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 54°F (12.2°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, in Knoxville, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Knoxville, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Knoxville in May?

During May, Knoxville experiences an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Knoxville?

In May, the average relative humidity in Knoxville is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Knoxville?

The month with the most rainfall in Knoxville, Illinois, is May, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Knoxville in May?

In Knoxville, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Knoxville?

May through September are months without snowfall in Knoxville.

Does it snow in Knoxville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in May?

The average day length in May in Knoxville is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Knoxville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Knoxville, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Knoxville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Knoxville?

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

Average temperature in May - Knoxville, 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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Knoxville, IL

Average pressure in May - Knoxville, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Knoxville, IL

Average wind speed in May - Knoxville, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Knoxville, IL

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

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
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall in May - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Knoxville, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Knoxville, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Knoxville, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Knoxville, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Knoxville, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Knoxville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Knoxville, IL

Average UV index in May - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Knoxville, IL

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

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

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