May weather forecast
Potosi, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Potosi, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 49.8°F (9.9°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Potosi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Potosi, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Potosi are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Potosi, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Potosi, Wisconsin, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Potosi have in May?

In Potosi, the average day length in May is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:33 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Potosi, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Potosi, WI

Average temperature in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in May
Potosi, WI

Average pressure in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Potosi, WI

Average wind speed in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Potosi, WI

Average humidity in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Potosi, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Potosi, WI

Average UV index in May - Potosi, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Potosi, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Potosi, WI

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

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

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