May weather forecast
Elwood, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elwood, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). The nights of May anticipate an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In Elwood, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Elwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elwood, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Elwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elwood in May?

In Elwood, 70.3°F (21.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.9°F (11.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Elwood?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elwood, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 4.45" (113mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elwood?

On the first day of May, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Elwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Elwood, IL

Average pressure in May - Elwood, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Elwood, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Elwood, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall in May - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elwood, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elwood, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elwood, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elwood, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Elwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Elwood, IL

Average UV index in May - Elwood, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Elwood, IL

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

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).

Average visibility in May
Elwood, IL

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

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

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