May weather forecast
Fox Lake, IL

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Fox Lake, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Fox Lake, Illinois, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fox Lake, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fox Lake, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fox Lake. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Fox Lake aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Fox Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Fox Lake?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Fox Lake?

In Fox Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Fox Lake?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fox Lake?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Fox Lake?

The average day length in May in Fox Lake is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fox Lake?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fox Lake, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fox Lake?

In Fox Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Fox Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fox Lake is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average temperature in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average pressure in May - Fox Lake, 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average wind speed in May - Fox Lake, 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average humidity in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average rainfall in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average snowfall in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fox Lake, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Fox Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fox Lake, IL

Average UV index in May - Fox Lake, 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Fox Lake, 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
Fox Lake, IL

Average visibility in May - Fox Lake, 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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