May weather forecast
Olympia Fields, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Olympia Fields, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Olympia Fields in May?

In May, in Olympia Fields, the average high-temperature is 68.7°F (20.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Olympia Fields?

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 Olympia Fields?

In Olympia Fields, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Olympia Fields, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average temperature in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average pressure in May - Olympia Fields, 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
Olympia Fields, IL

Average wind speed in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average humidity in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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
Olympia Fields, IL

Average rainfall in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average snowfall in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average UV index in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Olympia Fields, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Olympia Fields, IL

Average visibility in May - Olympia Fields, 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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