Milwaukee · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 62°F, low 47°F. Expect 15 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
62° / 47°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Milwaukee
Sunrise
05:28
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:09
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Milwaukee in May
The kit for May in Milwaukee: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+12° avg high
0 rain days
Milwaukee in April →
May
62°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-11° avg high
+2 rain days
Milwaukee in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Milwaukee in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Milwaukee in May?+
Average high 62°F, average low 47°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Milwaukee?+
Compared to April (avg high 51°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 73°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Milwaukee in May?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in May, on average.