May weather forecast
Shelbyville, IN

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shelbyville, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 71.6°F (22°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

As Shelbyville, Indiana, transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). During the nights in May, Shelbyville observes an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shelbyville, Indiana, is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shelbyville?

The high-temperature in Shelbyville during May is 71.6°F (22°C) and the low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shelbyville?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Shelbyville?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shelbyville in May?

In May, in Shelbyville, Indiana, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shelbyville?

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

Does it snow in Shelbyville in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Shelbyville?

The average day length in May in Shelbyville is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shelbyville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shelbyville, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:04 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelbyville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Shelbyville?

The months with the highest UV index in Shelbyville are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shelbyville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shelbyville is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average temperature in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average pressure in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average wind speed in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average humidity in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average rainfall in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average rainfall days in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shelbyville, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shelbyville, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Shelbyville, IN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average sunshine days in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average UV index in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Shelbyville, IN

Average cloud cover in May - Shelbyville, IN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Shelbyville, IN

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

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

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