SeasonMapChicago vs Detroit in May
Detroit is the better pick in May — 87 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Detroit is nice, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
Chicago vs Detroit — May climate, side by side
| Chicago | Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 83/100 (A) | 87/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 19°C | 21°C |
| Avg high / low | 20° / 10° | 22° / 11° |
| Rainfall | 109 mm | 92 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 |
| Humidity | 75% | 70% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 55 | 56 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chicago vs Detroit in May — FAQ
- Is May better in Chicago or Detroit?
- Detroit is the better pick in May — 87 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Detroit is nice, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
- What is the weather like in Chicago vs Detroit in May?
- In May, Chicago averages 20°C high / 10°C low with about 109 mm of rain; Detroit averages 22°C high / 11°C low with about 92 mm.