Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Evanston, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 9°C (48°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (75°F), while lows may dip to -6°C (21°F). Typically, the humidity level in Evanston throughout May hovers around 62%.
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In May, Evanston averages 61 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 25 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 53% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Evanston reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 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 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||