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
The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in April to a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C). Madison records an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) throughout the nights in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In Madison, in May, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Madison, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Madison in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Madison?
How much does it rain in May?
When it does not snow?
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What is the average length of the day in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Madison, 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 (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°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 (10.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Madison, 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
Madison, WI
- Average wind speed in May: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Madison, WI
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall in May: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Madison, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Madison, WI
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Madison, WI
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Madison, WI
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Madison, WI
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).
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