May weather forecast
Gages Lake, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Gages Lake, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.6°F (9.8°C) and max 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Gages Lake registers a consistent average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gages Lake, Illinois, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gages Lake, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) 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, Gages Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gages Lake, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gages Lake in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Gages Lake, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gages Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Gages Lake, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gages Lake have in May?

In Gages Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gages Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average temperature in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gages Lake, IL

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average wind speed in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average humidity in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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
Gages Lake, IL

Average rainfall in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average snowfall in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gages Lake, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average UV index in May - Gages Lake, 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
Gages Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Gages Lake, 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 30).

Average visibility in May
Gages Lake, IL

Average visibility in May - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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