May weather forecast
Shelby, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shelby, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Shelby records an average temperature drop to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in May.

Humidity

In Shelby, Indiana, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shelby, Indiana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Shelby, Indiana, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Shelby, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Shelby, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Shelby in May has an average high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shelby, Indiana, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelby have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shelby, IN

Average temperature in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Shelby, IN

Average pressure in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shelby, IN

Average wind speed in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Shelby, IN

Average humidity in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Shelby, IN

Average rainfall in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Shelby, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shelby, IN

Average snowfall in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shelby, IN

Average snowfall days in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shelby, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shelby, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shelby, IN

Average UV index in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Shelby, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Shelby, IN

Average visibility in May - Shelby, IN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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