May weather forecast
Hammond, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hammond, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.5°F (13.6°C) and max 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). Hammond observes an average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hammond, Illinois, is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and May, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Hammond.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Hammond is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Hammond, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Hammond is 9.1h.

UV index

In Hammond, 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 the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Hammond?

In Hammond, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Hammond?

The average relative humidity in May in Hammond, Illinois, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Hammond?

The months with the most rainfall in Hammond, Illinois, are April and May, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Hammond?

In Hammond, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hammond?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Hammond in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hammond have in May?

The average day length in May in Hammond, Illinois, is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Hammond?

On the first day of May in Hammond, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hammond have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Hammond?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hammond, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hammond, IL

Average temperature in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hammond, IL

Average pressure in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Hammond, IL

Average wind speed in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hammond, IL

Average humidity in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hammond, IL

Average rainfall in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hammond, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hammond, IL

Average snowfall in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hammond, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hammond, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hammond, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hammond, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Hammond, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Hammond, IL

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

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

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