May weather forecastDowners Grove, IL
May
Weather in May
Serving as a harbinger of summer, May brings a pleasant change to the weather of Downers Grove from April. The town experiences a significant rise in daily sunshine of 8.5 hours, painting vivid hues of summer in the landscape. The month witnesses a steady increase in temperature, fostering a comfortable environment for outdoor activities. Despite the warm aura, rainfall touches its peak at 1.97" (50mm), presenting the town with much-needed hydration. The relatively rising humidity and pressure levels amplify the feel of the approaching summer.Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature increases from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). Downers Grove's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).Humidity
In Downers Grove, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Downers Grove, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Downers Grove, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.UV index
In Downers Grove, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Downers Grove, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average rainfall in May: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Downers Grove, IL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
