May weather forecast
Evanston, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Evanston, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). An average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) is observed during May nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout May, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Evanston, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Evanston, records 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the low-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and May, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Evanston is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Evanston, in May, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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 Evanston have in May?

In Evanston, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Evanston have in May?

In Evanston, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Evanston, IN

Average temperature in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Evanston, IN

Average pressure in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Evanston, IN

Average wind speed in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Evanston, IN

Average humidity in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Evanston, IN

Average rainfall in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Evanston, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Evanston, IN

Average snowfall in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Evanston, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Evanston, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Evanston, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Evanston, IN

Average UV index in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Evanston, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Evanston, IN

Average visibility in May - Evanston, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (5mi).

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