May weather forecast
Elkhart Lake, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in April to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is expected.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elkhart Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Elkhart Lake in May has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elkhart Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart Lake have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average temperature in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average pressure in May - Elkhart Lake, 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
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average wind speed in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average humidity in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average rainfall in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average snowfall in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkhart Lake, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average UV index in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average visibility in May - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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