Princeton weather in May (Illinois, United States of America)
How is May weather typically in Princeton? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Princeton generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 23°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.
Precipitation
Princeton in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Princeton climate page with graphs.
Princeton, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
110 mm
Rainy days
12 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Princeton, 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.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Princeton.
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