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United StatesThe weather in May in Cambridge
It's warm in May in Cambridge with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 17°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Cambridge. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Cambridge, Illinois. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2018, Cambridge reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Cambridge
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cambridge. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Cambridge | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 141 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cambridge with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cambridge is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Cambridge, Illinois. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Cambridge
Temperature in May in Cambridge over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Cambridge, Illinois. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Cambridge
Total precipitation in May in Cambridge over the years
Daily UV index in May in Cambridge
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cambridge, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Cambridge by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cambridge. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.