May weather forecast
Milwaukie, OR

Share

Weather in May

As the spring deepens in Milwaukie, May graces the city with relatively warmer weather, interspersed with longer daylight hours. Although the temperatures continue their upward trend, rainfall significantly decreases, marking May as the beginning of the drier period. The warmth of May encourages increased outdoor activities alongside the gorgeous blossoming of the local flora. The existence of a higher UV index serves as a reminder for locals and visitors to take adequate precautionary measures against the sun's rays.

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Milwaukie's nighttime temperatures in May reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout May, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Milwaukie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Milwaukie, Oregon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Milwaukie experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Milwaukie, Oregon, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Milwaukie, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Milwaukie, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Milwaukie, the average day length in May is 14h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:51 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Milwaukie have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average temperature in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average pressure in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average wind speed in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average humidity in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average rainfall in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average snowfall in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average UV index in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Milwaukie, OR

Average visibility in May - Milwaukie, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (5mi).

Milwaukie, Oregon, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location