Madison in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
13Rainy days (102 mm)
14:28 hDaylight
05:40Sunrise · 20:08 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 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 | -2°C | -10°C | 41 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.0 |
| February | 0°C | -8°C | 40 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.2 |
| March | 7°C | -2°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.2 |
| April | 15°C | 4°C | 101 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 21°C | 10°C | 102 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 26°C | 16°C | 112 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 28°C | 18°C | 84 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 27°C | 17°C | 95 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| September | 23°C | 12°C | 84 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 15°C | 6°C | 72 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 7°C | 0°C | 55 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.5 |
| December | 0°C | -7°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Madison in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Madison?
The best months are September, July, August, June.