May weather forecast
River Forest, IN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in River Forest, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). The average temperature in River Forest during May nights dips to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In River Forest, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In River Forest, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In River Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In River Forest, during May, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of 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 River Forest have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in River Forest?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:05 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In River 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
River Forest, IN

Average temperature in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°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 (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
River Forest, IN

Average pressure in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
River Forest, IN

Average wind speed in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
River Forest, IN

Average humidity in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
River Forest, IN

Average rainfall in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
River Forest, IN

Average rainfall days in May - River Forest, IN
  • 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 (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
River Forest, IN

Average snowfall in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
River Forest, IN

Average snowfall days in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
River Forest, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
River Forest, IN

Average sunshine days in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
River Forest, IN

Average UV index in May - River Forest, IN
  • 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
River Forest, IN

Average cloud cover in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
River Forest, IN

Average visibility in May - River Forest, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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