Elmhurst weather in May (Illinois, United States of America)

How does the weather in Elmhurst usually fare in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In May, Elmhurst usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 22°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 10°C.

Precipitation

Elmhurst in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 282 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Elmhurst climate page with graphs.

 

Elmhurst, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 282 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Elmhurst, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Elmhurst.

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