May weather forecast
Park Ridge, IL

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Weather in May

Park Ridge experiences a humid and moderately warm climate in May. The rainy days are balanced by an increase in sunshine hours, reaching 8.5 hours. Transitioning into summer, the temperatures elevate to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) high. The longer daylight hours and warm temperatures are favorable for enjoying outdoor activities and events. May brings with it a welcome change, where locals and visitors alike can start enjoying the summer-like conditions without the uncomfortable hot muggy feel.

Temperature

Park Ridge's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In Park Ridge, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Park Ridge aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Park Ridge, 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 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Park Ridge?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Park Ridge, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Park Ridge aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

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 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Park Ridge, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average temperature in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average pressure in May - Park Ridge, 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 Ridge, IL

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

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

Average humidity in May
Park Ridge, IL

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

Average rainfall in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Park Ridge, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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 Ridge, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Park Ridge, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Park Ridge, IL

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

Average cloud cover in May - Park Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Park Ridge, IL

Average visibility in May - Park Ridge, 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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