May weather forecast
Glendale Heights, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Glendale Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Glendale Heights, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Glendale Heights, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Glendale Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Glendale Heights, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Glendale Heights in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Glendale Heights have in May?

In Glendale Heights, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Glendale Heights?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average temperature in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average pressure in May - Glendale Heights, 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
Glendale Heights, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average humidity in May - Glendale Heights, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average rainfall in May - Glendale Heights, 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 February, November and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average snowfall in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glendale Heights, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average UV index in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Glendale Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Glendale Heights, 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 32).

Average visibility in May
Glendale Heights, IL

Average visibility in May - Glendale Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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