May weather forecast
Chicago Heights, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Chicago Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Chicago Heights sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In Chicago Heights, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Chicago Heights is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Chicago Heights, Illinois, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Chicago Heights, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Chicago Heights, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Chicago Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Chicago Heights?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chicago Heights are 68.7°F (20.4°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Chicago Heights?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Chicago Heights?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Chicago Heights, Illinois. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chicago Heights in May?

In Chicago Heights, Illinois, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chicago Heights?

In Chicago Heights, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Chicago Heights in May?

In May, in Chicago Heights, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Chicago Heights have in May?

The average day length in May in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chicago Heights?

On the first day of May in Chicago Heights, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chicago Heights have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Chicago Heights is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Chicago Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average temperature in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.7°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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average pressure in May - Chicago Heights, 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
Chicago Heights, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average humidity in May - Chicago Heights, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average rainfall in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average snowfall in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Chicago Heights, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average UV index in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Chicago Heights, IL

Average visibility in May - Chicago Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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