May weather forecast
Hoffman Estates, IL

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Weather in May

May welcomes with it the warmth of late spring, as vegetation springs to life in full bloom. The highest rainfall for the year is recorded this month, with a generous 3.07" (78mm) falling upon Hoffman Estates, ensuring growth and abundance. The ominous clouds make way for the sun often, extending daylight, basking the city in its warm glow. For the residents, May marks the perfect time to plan outdoor activities as the weather is neither exceedingly hot nor chilly. Neighborhood barbeques, garden parties, and routine walks become the norm, as people adapt to the pleasant weather of May.

Temperature

The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) is noted in Hoffman Estates.

Humidity

In Hoffman Estates, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. May is the last month it regularly snows in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hoffman Estates aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hoffman Estates, there are 47.6 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Hoffman Estates, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hoffman Estates is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Hoffman Estates?

The high-temperature, in May, in Hoffman Estates, records 67.5°F (19.7°C), while the low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hoffman Estates?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Hoffman Estates?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Hoffman Estates?

In May, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hoffman Estates?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hoffman Estates aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hoffman Estates have in May?

In May, the average day length in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, is 14h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Hoffman Estates?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hoffman Estates?

In Hoffman Estates, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hoffman Estates?

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

Average temperature in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average pressure in May - Hoffman Estates, 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average wind speed in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average humidity in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hoffman Estates, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average UV index in May - Hoffman Estates, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Hoffman Estates, IL

Average visibility in May - Hoffman Estates, 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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