May weather forecast
Cottage Grove, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Cottage Grove's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). During May, Cottage Grove experiences an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, there are 134.9 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Cottage Grove aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cottage Grove is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Cottage Grove. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cottage Grove in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Cottage Grove, is 66.4°F (19.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cottage Grove?

The average relative humidity in May in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cottage Grove?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Cottage Grove?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cottage Grove?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 8:29 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottage Grove have in May?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cottage Grove?

The months with the highest UV index in Cottage Grove are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average temperature in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cottage Grove, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average wind speed in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average humidity in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Cottage Grove, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cottage Grove, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average UV index in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Cottage Grove, WI

Average visibility in May - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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