May weather forecast
North Chicago, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Chicago, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.8°F (18.2°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). North Chicago records a mean low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In North Chicago, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Chicago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Chicago aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In North Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.3 days and aggregates up to 11.02" (280mm) of snow.

Daylight

In North Chicago, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in North Chicago is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in North Chicago in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in North Chicago, is 64.8°F (18.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in North Chicago?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in North Chicago in May?

In May, in North Chicago, Illinois, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in North Chicago?

May is the last month it regularly snows in North Chicago, Illinois. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Chicago aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in North Chicago?

In North Chicago, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in North Chicago?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Chicago, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in North Chicago?

In May, the average sunshine duration in North Chicago is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in North Chicago?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. 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
North Chicago, IL

Average temperature in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in May
North Chicago, IL

Average pressure in May - North Chicago, 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
North Chicago, IL

Average wind speed in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
North Chicago, IL

Average humidity in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
North Chicago, IL

Average rainfall days in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Chicago, IL

Average snowfall days in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Chicago, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Chicago, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Chicago, IL

Average sunshine days in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
North Chicago, IL

Average UV index in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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
North Chicago, IL

Average cloud cover in May - North Chicago, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
North Chicago, IL

Average visibility in May - North Chicago, 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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