May weather forecast
Athens, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Athens, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.8°F (7.1°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a clear temperature increase, soaring from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in April to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). During May, Athens experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month in Athens, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Athens, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Athens are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Athens aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 37.17" (944mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of May in Athens, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Athens is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Athens is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Athens?

The high-temperature, in May, in Athens, records 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Athens?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Athens?

In May, the average relative humidity in Athens is 77%.

How much does it rain in Athens in May?

In Athens, Wisconsin, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Athens?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Athens. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Athens aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Athens have in May?

In May, the average day length in Athens, Wisconsin, is 14h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Athens?

On the first day of May in Athens, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Athens?

The average sunshine duration in May in Athens is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Athens?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Athens is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Athens, WI

Average temperature in May - Athens, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Athens, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Athens, WI

Average wind speed in May - Athens, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Athens, WI

Average humidity in May - Athens, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Athens, WI

Average rainfall in May - Athens, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Athens, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Athens, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Athens, WI

Average snowfall in May - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Athens, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Athens, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Athens, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Athens, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Athens, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Athens, WI

Average UV index in May - Athens, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Athens, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Athens, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Athens, WI

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

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

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