May weather forecast
Appleton, WA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Appleton, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

Appleton's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in April to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Appleton, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Appleton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Appleton is 14h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Appleton, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Appleton experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Appleton, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 Appleton have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Appleton have in May?

In Appleton, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Appleton, WA

Average temperature in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Appleton, WA

Average pressure in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Appleton, WA

Average wind speed in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Appleton, WA

Average humidity in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Appleton, WA

Average rainfall in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Appleton, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Appleton, WA

Average snowfall in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Appleton, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Appleton, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Appleton, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Appleton, WA

Average UV index in May - Appleton, WA
  • 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Appleton, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Appleton, WA

Average visibility in May - Appleton, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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