May weather forecast
Wheeling, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wheeling, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout May, Wheeling records an average temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) 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, Wheeling aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Wheeling, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Wheeling, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wheeling in May?

In Wheeling, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.5°F (10.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

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 in Wheeling. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wheeling, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Wheeling?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wheeling have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheeling have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Wheeling is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°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 (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Wheeling, IL

Average pressure in May - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, IL

Average wind speed in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Wheeling, IL

Average humidity in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wheeling, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wheeling, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wheeling, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wheeling, IL

Average UV index in May - Wheeling, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Wheeling, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Wheeling, 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 29).

Average visibility in May
Wheeling, IL

Average visibility in May - Wheeling, 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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