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Racine, WI Weather on May 16
May 16th in Racine, WI typically brings mild spring weather, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 47°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 16th was in 1991 (73°F average), while the coldest was 2011 (41°F) — a 32°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of May 16th dates historically, with the wettest May 16th recording 2.11" of rain. The last decade has been 5.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 16
Planning for May 16th in Racine, WI? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 16 Weather Records for Racine
- •The all-time record high for May 16th in Racine, WI is 86°F, set in 2012.
- •The coldest May 16th on record dropped to 38°F in 2011.
- •Last year (1971), May 16th was 20°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 16 ever in Racine?
The warmest May 16 in Racine, WI reached 86°F in 2012. That is 21°F above the long-term average high of 65°F.
What was the coldest May 16 ever in Racine?
The coldest May 16 in Racine, WI dropped to 38°F in 2011. That is 9°F below the long-term average low of 47°F.
What is the average temperature on May 16 in Racine?
On May 16, Racine averages a high of 65°F and a low of 47°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from RACINE WWTP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 16 in Racine?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 16 in Racine, WI, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 16 Weather History in Racine
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77°F | 51°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 2024 | 59°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 77°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 75°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2021 | 63°F | 50°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2020 | 75°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 67°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 65°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 65°F | 50°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2016 | 57°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 72°F | 48°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2014 | 51°F | 39°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2013 | 77°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 86°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 44°F | 38°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 2010 | 53°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 58°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 57°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 78°F | 47°F | 1.91" | -- |
| 2006 | 56°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 54°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 50°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 56°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 75°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 80°F | 49°F | 0.61" | -- |
| 2000 | 59°F | 49°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1999 | 56°F | 51°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1998 | 76°F | 58°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1997 | 51°F | 38°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1996 | 45°F | 40°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1995 | 72°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 74°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 55°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 60°F | 44°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 1989 | 62°F | 45°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1988 | 81°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1987 | 82°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 61°F | 49°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1985 | 68°F | 51°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1984 | 50°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 46°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 65°F | 48°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1981 | 63°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 58°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | -- | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 55°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 71°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1976 | 57°F | 50°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 1975 | -- | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 53°F | 44°F | 2.11" | -- |
| 1973 | 64°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 70°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 85°F | 53°F | 0.03" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: RACINE WWTP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Racine, WI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.