May weather forecast
Nelson, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nelson, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.8°F (18.2°C) and min 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Nelson aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Nelson?

Nelson in May has an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Nelson, Wisconsin, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Nelson aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in May?

In Nelson, the average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Nelson is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Nelson, WI

Average temperature in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°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 (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Nelson, WI

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Nelson, WI

Average wind speed in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Nelson, WI

Average humidity in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Nelson, WI

Average rainfall in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Nelson, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nelson, WI

Average snowfall in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nelson, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nelson, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nelson, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Nelson, WI

Average UV index in May - Nelson, 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
Nelson, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Nelson, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Nelson, WI

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

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

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