May weather forecast
West Bend, WI

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Weather in May

May sees a substantial alteration in weather, moving towards typical warmth of summer, in West Bend. Rainfall levels rise to 2.76" (70mm), marking May as a noticeably wet month, a distinctive characteristic of late spring. The influence of higher temperatures can be seen in the reduced snowfall, which is almost non-existent in May. The warmer climate also brings in higher ultraviolet (UV) index levels, calling for increased sun protection measures. The wind becomes less prominent during this period.

Temperature

As May arrives in West Bend, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 50°F (10°C) in April to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In West Bend, Wisconsin, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Bend, Wisconsin, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in West Bend. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Bend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.3 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in West Bend, Wisconsin, is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May in West Bend, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Bend is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in West Bend?

West Bend in May has an average high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Bend?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in West Bend in May?

In West Bend, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in West Bend?

May is the last month it regularly snows in West Bend. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Bend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Bend?

In West Bend, Wisconsin, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in West Bend?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Bend, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:26 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in West Bend?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Bend, Wisconsin, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Bend?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Bend is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Bend, WI

Average temperature in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
West Bend, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Bend, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
West Bend, WI

Average humidity in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
West Bend, WI

Average rainfall in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
West Bend, WI

Average rainfall days in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Bend, WI

Average snowfall in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Bend, WI

Average snowfall days in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Bend, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Bend, WI

Average sunshine days in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Bend, WI

Average UV index in May - West Bend, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
West Bend, WI

Average cloud cover in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
West Bend, WI

Average visibility in May - West Bend, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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