May weather forecast
Wood Dale, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Wood Dale, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Wood Dale, May nights cool down to an average of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

In Wood Dale, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) 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, Wood Dale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Wood Dale, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Wood Dale, 65.8°F (18.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.1°F (10.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wood Dale, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wood Dale have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:51 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 Wood Dale, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wood Dale?

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

Average temperature in May - Wood Dale, 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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average pressure in May - Wood Dale, 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
Wood Dale, IL

Average wind speed in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average humidity in May - Wood Dale, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average rainfall in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average snowfall in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wood Dale, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average UV index in May - Wood Dale, 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
Wood Dale, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Wood Dale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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 30).

Average visibility in May
Wood Dale, IL

Average visibility in May - Wood Dale, 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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