May weather forecast
Naperville, IL

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A covered bridge over a river along the famous Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, Illinois
A covered bridge over a river along the famous Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, Illinois

Weather in May

Although May announces the arrival of spring in Naperville, temperatures often fluctuate. The climate data reveals average highs of up to 69.1°F (20.6°C) and lows of 51.8°F (11°C). While afternoons can get quite warm, mornings and evenings remain pleasantly cool. Despite periods of rainfall, the city basks in more daylight, with longer days and shorter nights.

Temperature

Naperville's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) is recorded in Naperville during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Naperville, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Naperville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Naperville, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Naperville is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Naperville in May?

During May, Naperville experiences an average high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and a low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Naperville is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Naperville, Illinois, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Naperville?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Naperville, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

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

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Naperville, IL

Average temperature in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Naperville, IL

Average pressure in May - Naperville, 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
Naperville, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Naperville, IL

Average humidity in May - Naperville, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Naperville, IL

Average rainfall in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Naperville, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Naperville, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Naperville, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Naperville, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Naperville, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Naperville, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Naperville, IL

Average UV index in May - Naperville, 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
Naperville, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Naperville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Naperville, IL

Average visibility in May - Naperville, 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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