Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Chicago, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (59°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (38°F). Typically, the humidity level in Chicago throughout May hovers around 79%.
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In May, Chicago averages 156 mm (6.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Chicago reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||