May weather forecast
Clayton, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Clayton, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average low of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

Clayton's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). In Clayton, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Clayton, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) 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, Clayton aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.5 days and aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Clayton, the average high-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Clayton, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Clayton aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Clayton, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Clayton?

In Clayton, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Clayton, WI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.4°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 (5°F).

Average pressure in May
Clayton, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Clayton, WI

Average wind speed in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Clayton, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Clayton, WI

Average rainfall in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Clayton, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clayton, WI

Average snowfall in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clayton, WI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clayton, WI
  • 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Clayton, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Clayton, WI

Average UV index in May - Clayton, 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
Clayton, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Clayton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Clayton, WI

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

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

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