May weather forecast
Cataract, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cataract, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

As Cataract transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). Throughout May nights, Cataract registers an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

In Cataract, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cataract, during May, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. In Cataract, Wisconsin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.9 days and collects up to 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Cataract aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Cataract, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.6 days and aggregates up to 26.34" (669mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cataract, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures in Cataract vary between a high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cataract, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Cataract aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Cataract, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Cataract, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cataract, WI

Average temperature in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Cataract, WI

Average pressure in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"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
Cataract, WI

Average wind speed in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Cataract, WI

Average humidity in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Cataract, WI

Average rainfall in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Cataract, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cataract, WI

Average snowfall in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cataract, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cataract, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Cataract, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Cataract, WI

Average UV index in May - Cataract, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cataract, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Cataract, WI

Average visibility in May - Cataract, 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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