May weather forecast
Tomahawk, WI

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tomahawk, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The changeover to May signals a significant increase in the average high-temperature, rising from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). Tomahawk's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Tomahawk, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Tomahawk aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 snowfall days, and 41.26" (1048mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In Tomahawk, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Tomahawk, 64°F (17.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May in Tomahawk?

In Tomahawk, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Tomahawk. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Tomahawk aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Tomahawk, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average temperature in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average pressure in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tomahawk, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average humidity in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average rainfall in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average snowfall in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

Average UV index in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average UV index in May - Tomahawk, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Tomahawk, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Tomahawk, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Tomahawk, WI

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

The months with the highest visibility are May and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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