May weather forecast
Cross Plains, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cross Plains, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Throughout the nights in May, Cross Plains experiences an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Humidity

In Cross Plains, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cross Plains, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cross Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cross Plains aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Cross Plains, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.5 days and aggregates up to 20.79" (528mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Cross Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Cross Plains in May has an average high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Cross Plains is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cross Plains, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cross Plains. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cross Plains aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cross Plains have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cross Plains have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cross Plains?

In Cross Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average temperature in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Cross Plains, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average wind speed in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average humidity in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average UV index in May - Cross Plains, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Cross Plains, WI

Average visibility in May - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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