May weather forecast
Bolingbrook, IL

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Weather in May

May marks the gradual rise in temperatures as the city gears up for the summer. Bolingbrook basks in the warmth of the sun with extended daylight hours and decreased cloud cover. The city blooms entirely, showing a diverse range of flora. The increased temperature along with a steady rainfall, facilitates the growth of lush landscapes. Make sure to carry sunblock during outdoor outings to protect from the increasing ultraviolet index.

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bolingbrook aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bolingbrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bolingbrook, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bolingbrook during May are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Bolingbrook?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Bolingbrook, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bolingbrook aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Bolingbrook, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average temperature in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average pressure in May - Bolingbrook, 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
Bolingbrook, IL

Average wind speed in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Bolingbrook, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average rainfall in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average snowfall in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bolingbrook, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Bolingbrook, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bolingbrook, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Bolingbrook, IL

Average visibility in May - Bolingbrook, 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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