SeasonMapChicago vs Washington in May
Washington is the better pick in May — 87 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is warm, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
Chicago vs Washington — May climate, side by side
| Chicago | Washington | |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort score | 83/100 (A) | 87/100 (A) |
| Feels-like high | 19°C | 25°C |
| Avg high / low | 20° / 10° | 25° / 13° |
| Rainfall | 109 mm | 137 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 | 12 |
| Humidity | 75% | 73% |
| Air quality (AQI) | 55 | 54 |
Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.
Chicago vs Washington in May — FAQ
- Is May better in Chicago or Washington?
- Washington is the better pick in May — 87 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is warm, rainy, while Chicago is nice, rainy, muggy air.
- What is the weather like in Chicago vs Washington in May?
- In May, Chicago averages 20°C high / 10°C low with about 109 mm of rain; Washington averages 25°C high / 13°C low with about 137 mm.