Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). Independence, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68 snowfall days, and 28.11" (714mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Independence is 14h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Independence, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:42 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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How long on average sun shines in May in Independence?
How high is the UV index in May in Independence?
Average temperature in May
Independence, WI
- Average high temperature in May: 64.6°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 (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).
Average pressure in May
Independence, WI
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"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
Independence, WI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Independence, WI
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Independence, WI
- Average rainfall in May: 3.74"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Independence, WI
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Independence, WI
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Independence, WI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 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
Independence, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Independence, WI
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Independence, 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
Independence, WI
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Independence, WI
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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