May weather forecast
Shelley, ID

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Weather in May

May’s weather in Shelley, Idaho is typified by signs of early summer. The temperatures continue to rise, and rainfall becomes more prevalent. The warmth is further emphasized by the increased daylight hours reaching 14.7 hours. Delightfully, the heavy winter clouds start to disperse, and the city is frequently bathed in sunlight almost throughout the day. The melting of the last winter snow combines with the rain showers, leading to lush greenery around the city.

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). A steady average of 41.2°F (5.1°C) throughout May underscores a considerable divergence from the daytime high.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Shelley aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.1 snowfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shelley, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May in Shelley, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shelley?

In Shelley, in May, the average high-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

What is the rainiest month in Shelley?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shelley, in May, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shelley?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Shelley aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelley have in May?

The average day length in May in Shelley is 14h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shelley, ID

Average temperature in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Shelley, ID

Average pressure in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shelley, ID

Average wind speed in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Shelley, ID

Average humidity in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

Average rainfall in May
Shelley, ID

Average rainfall in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Shelley, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shelley, ID

Average snowfall in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shelley, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shelley, ID

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shelley, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Shelley, ID

Average UV index in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shelley, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Shelley, ID

Average visibility in May - Shelley, ID
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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