May weather forecast
Grant Park, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Grant Park, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 54°F (12.2°C) during May.

Humidity

In Grant Park, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Grant Park, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Grant Park is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Grant Park is 8.9h.

UV index

In Grant Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grant Park in May?

The high-temperature during May is 70.7°F (21.5°C) and the low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Grant Park, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grant Park have in May?

In Grant Park, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Grant Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Grant Park, IL

Average temperature in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Grant Park, IL

Average pressure in May - Grant Park, 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
Grant Park, IL

Average wind speed in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

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

Average humidity in May
Grant Park, IL

Average humidity in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Grant Park, IL

Average rainfall in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Grant Park, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Grant Park, IL

Average snowfall in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Grant Park, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Grant Park, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grant Park, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Grant Park, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Grant Park, IL

Average UV index in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Grant Park, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Grant Park, IL

Average visibility in May - Grant Park, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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