May weather forecast
Highwood, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Highwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Highwood's average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) in Highwood.

Humidity

In Highwood, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and June, with an average 3.82" (97mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Highwood.

Daylight

In Highwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Highwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Highwood?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Highwood, is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Highwood?

The average relative humidity in May in Highwood is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Highwood?

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Highwood in May?

In Highwood, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Highwood?

In Highwood, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Highwood in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Highwood have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Highwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highwood, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Highwood?

In Highwood, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Highwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Highwood, IL

Average temperature in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Highwood, IL

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Highwood, IL

Average wind speed in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Highwood, IL

Average humidity in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Highwood, IL

Average rainfall in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Highwood, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Highwood, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Highwood, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Highwood, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Highwood, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Highwood, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Highwood, IL

Average UV index in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Highwood, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Highwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Highwood, IL

Average visibility in May - Highwood, 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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