Madison in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
10Rainy days (104 mm)
13:40 hDaylight
06:07Sunrise · 19:47 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 4°C | 122 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 16°C | 5°C | 119 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 20°C | 9°C | 124 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 25°C | 13°C | 114 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 28°C | 18°C | 104 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 32°C | 22°C | 83 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 33°C | 23°C | 100 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 33°C | 22°C | 95 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| September | 31°C | 19°C | 85 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| October | 25°C | 13°C | 90 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 19°C | 8°C | 91 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 15°C | 5°C | 120 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Madison in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Madison?
The best months are October, April, May, September.