May weather forecast
Wenatchee, WA

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Weather in May

May, with its consistent mild, nearly summer-like weather, provides a pleasant respite from the long winter months. Along with extended daylight hours, the month also enjoys maximum sunshine, signalling clear, bright days ahead. The city warms up with temperatures maxing out at 65.5°F (18.6°C); comfortable and conducive for outdoor activities. Rainfall is also present but tends to be inconsistent, occurring sporadically throughout the month. As May wraps up, there's anticipation in the air as residents await the arrival of summer.

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C). Wenatchee observes a substantial disparity between daytime high and the average low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.1 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Wenatchee, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:49 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Wenatchee, the average high-temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Wenatchee, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Wenatchee, during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Wenatchee, the average day length in May is 15h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wenatchee?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:49 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Wenatchee, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average temperature in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average pressure in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average wind speed in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average humidity in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average rainfall in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average snowfall in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average UV index in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • 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
Wenatchee, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Wenatchee, WA

Average visibility in May - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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