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Elgin, IL Weather on May 26
May 26th in Elgin, IL typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 51°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2018 (78°F average), while the coldest was 1992 (44°F) — a 34°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 39% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 5.05" of rain. The last decade has been 11.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Elgin, IL? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Elgin
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Elgin, IL is 90°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 36°F in 1983.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 1 of the last 54 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 26th was 16°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Elgin?
The warmest May 26 in Elgin, IL reached 90°F in 2018. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 72°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Elgin?
The coldest May 26 in Elgin, IL dropped to 36°F in 1983. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 51°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Elgin?
On May 26, Elgin averages a high of 72°F and a low of 51°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from ELGIN WATER.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Elgin?
We have 54 years of weather records for May 26 in Elgin, IL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Elgin
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 78°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 64°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 78°F | 54°F | 4.72" | -- |
| 2021 | 83°F | 64°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 2020 | 85°F | 63°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2019 | 81°F | 66°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2018 | 90°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 70°F | 53°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2016 | 85°F | 65°F | 3.23" | -- |
| 2015 | 79°F | 64°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2014 | 82°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 57°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 81°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 69°F | 44°F | 5.05" | -- |
| 2010 | 88°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 67°F | 53°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2008 | 78°F | 55°F | 2.69" | -- |
| 2007 | 75°F | 47°F | 3.76" | -- |
| 2006 | 73°F | 62°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 2005 | 70°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2004 | 70°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 71°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 52°F | 40°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2001 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 76°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 57°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 55°F | 44°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1995 | 63°F | 43°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1994 | 78°F | 51°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1993 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 50°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 77°F | 63°F | 4.57" | -- |
| 1990 | 60°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 77°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 1988 | 68°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 53°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 1986 | 73°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 86°F | 58°F | 1.3" | -- |
| 1984 | 69°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 60°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 60°F | 53°F | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 80°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 83°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 65°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 84°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 87°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 68°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | -- | 2.74" | -- |
| 1974 | 65°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 66°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 56°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: ELGIN WATER
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Elgin, IL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.