May weather forecast
Townsend, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Townsend, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average high of 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

As Townsend, Wisconsin, welcomes May, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from April's chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Townsend encounters a steady low-temperature average of 43.5°F (6.4°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Townsend, Wisconsin, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.9 days and collects up to 21.34" (542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Townsend. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Townsend aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Townsend, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Townsend, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Townsend, is 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Townsend is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Townsend, during May, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Townsend?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Townsend aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 8:34 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Townsend, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Townsend, WI

Average temperature in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°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 (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Townsend, WI

Average pressure in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Townsend, WI

Average wind speed in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Townsend, WI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Townsend, WI

Average snowfall in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Townsend, WI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Townsend, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Townsend, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Townsend, WI

Average UV index in May - Townsend, 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, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Townsend, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Townsend, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Townsend, WI

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

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

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