May weather forecast
Altoona, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Altoona, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). In the month of May, Altoona records a consistent average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

In Altoona, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Altoona aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Altoona is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Altoona, is 64.6°F (18.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Altoona, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Altoona aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altoona have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:44 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Altoona is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Altoona, WI

Average temperature in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Altoona, WI

Average pressure in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Altoona, WI

Average wind speed in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Altoona, WI

Average humidity in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Altoona, WI

Average rainfall in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Altoona, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Altoona, WI

Average snowfall in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Altoona, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Altoona, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Altoona, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Altoona, WI

Average UV index in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Altoona, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Altoona, WI

Average visibility in May - Altoona, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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