SeasonMapCharleston vs Chicago in May
Charleston and Chicago are nearly tied in May — 80 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Charleston is hot, rainy, clean air; Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
Charleston vs Chicago — May climate, side by side
| Charleston | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 80/100 (A) | 83/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 29°C | 19°C |
| Avg high / low | 26° / 21° | 20° / 10° |
| Rainfall | 92 mm | 109 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 | 11 |
| Humidity | 75% | 75% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 47 | 55 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Charleston vs Chicago in May — FAQ
- Is May better in Charleston or Chicago?
- Charleston and Chicago are nearly tied in May — 80 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Charleston is hot, rainy, clean air; Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
- What is the weather like in Charleston vs Chicago in May?
- In May, Charleston averages 26°C high / 21°C low with about 92 mm of rain; Chicago averages 20°C high / 10°C low with about 109 mm.