May weather forecast
Whitefish Bay, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in April to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). In May, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Whitefish Bay, snow does not fall in May through September.

Ocean temperature

In Whitefish Bay, in May, the average water temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).
Note: During the act of swimming, this is a direct threat to life. Breathing becomes erratic and cognitive abilities decline rapidly. The importance of a specialized swimsuit to minimize thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Whitefish Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Whitefish Bay in May has an average high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Whitefish Bay, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Whitefish Bay, 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 cold is the water in May?

In Whitefish Bay, the average seawater temperature in May is 40.8°F (4.9°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Whitefish Bay, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitefish Bay have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average temperature in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average pressure in May - Whitefish Bay, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average wind speed in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average humidity in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average rainfall in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average snowfall in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average sea temperature in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average sea temperature in May: 40.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (71.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whitefish Bay, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average UV index in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average visibility in May - Whitefish Bay, 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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