May weather forecast
Park Forest, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Park Forest, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) to an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C). Park Forest experiences a consistent average temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In Park Forest, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

In Park Forest, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In Park Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 68.7°F (20.4°C) and the 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?

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.

How many hours of daylight does Park Forest have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 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.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Park Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Park Forest, IL

Average temperature in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

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

Average wind speed in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average humidity in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average rainfall in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average snowfall in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

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

Average cloud cover in May - Park Forest, 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
Park Forest, IL

Average visibility in May - Park Forest, 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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