May weather forecast
Cary, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cary, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). May nights in Cary, Illinois, observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cary, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cary are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cary. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Cary aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cary, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Cary, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cary, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Cary, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cary?

In May, in Cary, the average high-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cary?

The average relative humidity in May in Cary is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cary?

In Cary, Illinois, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cary?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Cary?

The average day length in May in Cary is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cary?

On the first day of May in Cary, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cary have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cary?

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

Average temperature in May - Cary, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cary, IL

Average pressure in May - Cary, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Cary, IL

Average wind speed in May - Cary, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cary, IL

Average humidity in May - Cary, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cary, IL

Average rainfall in May - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cary, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cary, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cary, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cary, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cary, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Cary, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cary, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cary, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Cary, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Cary, IL

Average visibility in May - Cary, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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