May weather forecast
Oak Park, IL

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Weather in May

By May, Oak Park sheds the last vestiges of winter, and temperatures begin to reflect the arrival of summer. Parks and recreational areas teem with life as the weather permits more outdoor activities. Fine days are dominant, with the radiant sun illuminating the city for a generous amount of time. While the occasional rains still do occur, the weather is predominantly warm and inviting. In line with the adage, "April showers bring May flowers", May in Oak Park is a season resplendent with floral beauty and a myriad of outdoor festivities.

Temperature

As May begins in Oak Park, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in April to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). The average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Oak Park is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Oak Park. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oak Park are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Oak Park. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Oak Park aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Oak Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oak Park, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Oak Park, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Oak Park, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Oak Park is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oak Park in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Oak Park, is 64.4°F (18°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oak Park?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Oak Park?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Oak Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oak Park?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Park have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Oak Park, Illinois, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Oak Park?

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

Average temperature in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Oak Park, IL

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

Average wind speed in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Oak Park, IL

Average humidity in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oak Park, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oak Park, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oak Park, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Oak Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Oak Park, IL

Average UV index in May - Oak Park, 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
Oak Park, IL

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

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

Average visibility in May
Oak Park, IL

Average visibility in May - Oak Park, 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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