May weather forecast
Grayslake, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Grayslake, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.3°F (18.5°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Grayslake's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). An average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Grayslake, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.3 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Grayslake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Grayslake, the average high-temperature is 65.3°F (18.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Grayslake, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Grayslake, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grayslake have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Grayslake is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Grayslake, IL

Average temperature in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average pressure in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average wind speed in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average humidity in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average UV index in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Grayslake, 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
Grayslake, IL

Average visibility in May - Grayslake, 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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