May weather forecast
Appleton, WI

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Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city
Colorful trees and neat lawns in Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, the river, and the rest of the city

Weather in May

The warming trend continues in May offering comfortable weather with high temperatures around 64°F (17.8°C) in Appleton. Residents delight in the greenery as rainfall becomes more rigorous with an average of 3.54" (90mm). The city basks in 14.8 hours of daylight and about 8.8 hours of sunshine making it ideal for outdoor activities. The additional light and rain supply the perfect conditions for garden enthusiasts. The absence of snowfall marks full immersion into the spring season.

Temperature

The shift into May in Appleton brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in April to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Appleton, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Appleton is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Appleton is May, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Appleton, Wisconsin. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Appleton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Appleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Appleton, Wisconsin, is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Appleton is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Appleton in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Appleton, is 64°F (17.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Appleton?

In May, the average relative humidity in Appleton is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Appleton?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Appleton, Wisconsin. Rain falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Appleton?

In May, in Appleton, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Appleton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Appleton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Appleton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Appleton have in May?

In Appleton, Wisconsin, the average day length in May is 14h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Appleton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Appleton, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Appleton?

In Appleton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Appleton?

The months with the highest UV index in Appleton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Appleton?

In Appleton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Appleton, WI

Average temperature in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Appleton, WI

Average pressure in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Appleton, WI

Average wind speed in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Appleton, WI

Average humidity in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Appleton, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Appleton, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Appleton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Appleton, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Appleton, WI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Appleton, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Appleton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Appleton, WI

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

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

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