May weather forecast
Shelby, MT

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Weather in May

May ushers in the warmth in Shelby, Montana with an average high temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C). The weather sharply transitions from the rain showers of April, welcoming the beauty of spring in full bloom. Rainfall slightly increases during this time and the lengthening days offer more sunshine. Outdoor enthusiasts thrive this time of the year as hiking, cycling, and other sporting activities peak. As the month progresses, the city gears up for the onset of summer, offering diverse activities for locals and tourists alike.

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Shelby, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Shelby aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In Shelby, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Shelby, is 62.4°F (16.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shelby, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shelby, in May, during 13.9 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Shelby aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 15h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 9:20 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shelby, MT

Average temperature in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shelby, MT

Average pressure in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shelby, MT

Average wind speed in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Shelby, MT

Average humidity in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall days in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall days in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shelby, MT

Average sunshine days in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Shelby, MT

Average UV index in May - Shelby, MT
  • 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Shelby, MT

Average cloud cover in May - Shelby, MT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Shelby, MT

Average visibility in May - Shelby, MT
  • 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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