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

Will it be rainy or sunny in Waukegan this May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of May in Waukegan typically includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 19°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Waukegan in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

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

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Waukegan, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 282 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (42 KM, 26 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 Waukegan, 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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