May weather forecast
Westchester, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Westchester, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Westchester's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). During May, Westchester records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Westchester is 75%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Westchester. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Westchester aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Westchester, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Westchester is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Westchester, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Westchester, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Westchester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Westchester in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Westchester, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Westchester?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Westchester?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Westchester in May?

In Westchester, Illinois, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Westchester?

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

How many hours of daylight does Westchester have in May?

The average day length in May in Westchester is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Westchester?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westchester have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Westchester is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Westchester?

In Westchester, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Westchester, IL

Average temperature in May - Westchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in May
Westchester, IL

Average pressure in May - Westchester, 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
Westchester, IL

Average wind speed in May - Westchester, 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
Westchester, IL

Average humidity in May - Westchester, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Westchester, IL

Average rainfall in May - Westchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Westchester, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Westchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Westchester, IL

Average snowfall in May - Westchester, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Westchester, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Westchester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Westchester, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westchester, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Westchester, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Westchester, IL

Average UV index in May - Westchester, 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
Westchester, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Westchester, 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 30).

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Average visibility in May
Westchester, IL

Average visibility in May - Westchester, 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).

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