Chicago Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Chicago has mild and pleasant weather with occasional hot days. The average temperature is around 16.9°C (62.5°F), with highs reaching 22.5°C (72.6°F) and lows dropping to 11.5°C (52.8°F). The average humidity is 51.1%. Chicago experiences some precipitation in May, with an average rainfall of 0.53 inches and a precipitation probability of 29.0%. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and there are around 9 days with rainy conditions. The city has a moderate breeze, with an average wind speed of 23.5 km/h (14.6 mph). Overall, May is a pleasant month to visit Chicago, as the city transitions from spring to summer. Visitors can expect mild temperatures, with the chance of some hot days, and a moderate amount of precipitation.
What is the temperature in Chicago in May?
Average air temperature in Chicago is 16.9°C (62.5°F) in May. The outside temperature in Chicago feels like 16.6°C (61.8°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 22.5°C (72.6°F) and feels like 22.2°C (72°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 11.5°C (52.8°F) which feels like 10.7°C (51.3°F).
How hot is Chicago in May?
The hot temperature in May in Chicago rises to 32°C (89.6°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 51.1% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 31.9 °C (89.4°F). The average maximum temp in Chicago is 22.5°C (89.4°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Chicago in May?
The coldest temp in Chicago in May drops to 4.8°C (40.6°F) during the cold nights. With 23.5km/h (14.6mph) winds and 51.1% humidity it feels like 0°C (32°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 11.5°C (52.8°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Chicago in May?
Yes, it rains for 9 days in Chicago, United States in May averaging 0.53 mm of precipitation. Chicago has a 29% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Chicago throughout May?
Chicago has 0.53 mm (0.02 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 9 days out of the entire month.
Is Chicago windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Chicago, United States during May is 23.5km/h (14.6mph) and average windgust is 39.9km/h (24.8mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 35.1km/h (21.8mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Chicago in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from East-Southeast direction in Chicago.
What are the humidity levels in Chicago in May?
The average humidity levels in Chicago in May are 51.1%. Daily humidity levels in Chicago range from 36% to 84% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Chicago in May?
Chicago has 14 hours 33 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Chicago in May is at 5:30:44 and the sunset is at 20:04:28.
What is the cloud coverage in Chicago in May?
Clouds cover 61.4% of the sky on average throughout May in Chicago. The cloud coverage ranges from 13.8% to 99% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Chicago?
The average UV index in Chicago is 6.7 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 9.
What is the solar radiation in Chicago in May?
The average solar radiation is 135.6 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Chicago during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 19.5 W/m2 to 202 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Chicago?
The average solar energy during May in Chicago is 11.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 1.6 MJ/m2, to 17.4 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Chicago in May?
Yes, there is a 11.3% risk for severe weather in Chicago, United States in May.
What is the air pressure in Chicago in May?
On average the air pressure in Chicago in May is 1017.2 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 997.4 mb to 1026.6 mb.
What is the visibility in Chicago in May?
The average daylight visibility in Chicago in May is 15.7 km (9.7 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 13 km (8.1 miles) to 16 km (9.9 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Chicago in May?
The average dew point in Chicago during May is 5.8°C (42.5°F).
Where is the data for Chicago climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Chicago, Illinois, United States in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- CHICAGO OHARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, IL US
- CHICAGO MIDWAY AIRPORT, IL US
- CHICAGO PALWAUKEE AIRPORT, IL US
- FW1983 Skokie IL US
- FW7086 Franklin Park IL US
- KMDW
- KORD
- KPWK