May weather forecast
Barrington, IL

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Weather in May

May in Barrington, Illinois is a month full of warmth, with temperatures continuing to rise, and the town completely devoid of snowfall for the year. The town enjoys the first traces of summer with the mercury level steadily climbing, and rainfall saw an increment to 4.06" (103mm). As it transitions to June, the month sees a further increase in temperature, but it's also accompanied by increased rainfall and humidity. Despite these transitions, the beautiful spring blooms, coupled with the town’s enriched weather, makes May a delightful time for outdoor exploration in Barrington. All things considered, the month serves as an introduction to the warm, sunny period of the year.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). The average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Barrington, in May, during 20 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Barrington aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Barrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Barrington, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Barrington is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Barrington is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Barrington in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Barrington, Illinois, during May are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Barrington?

The average relative humidity in May in Barrington, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Barrington?

In Barrington, during May, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Barrington?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Barrington. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Barrington aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In Barrington, the average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Barrington?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Barrington, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Barrington?

The average sunshine duration in May in Barrington is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Barrington?

In Barrington, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Barrington, IL

Average temperature in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°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 (16.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Barrington, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Barrington, IL

Average wind speed in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Barrington, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Barrington, IL

Average rainfall in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Barrington, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Barrington, IL

Average snowfall in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Barrington, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Barrington, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Barrington, IL

Average UV index in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Barrington, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Barrington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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 31).

Average visibility in May
Barrington, IL

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

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

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