May weather forecast
Shell Valley, ND

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Shell Valley, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of May, advancing from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in April to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Shell Valley, during May, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.9 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Shell Valley aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Shell Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.8 days and aggregates up to 23.78" (604mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shell Valley, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:33 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Shell Valley, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Shell Valley is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Shell Valley in May has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shell Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shell Valley, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Shell Valley aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shell Valley have in May?

In Shell Valley, the average day length in May is 15h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 9:33 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shell Valley have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Shell Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average temperature in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average pressure in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average wind speed in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average humidity in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average rainfall in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average rainfall days in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average snowfall days in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average sunshine days in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average UV index in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average cloud cover in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Shell Valley, ND

Average visibility in May - Shell Valley, ND
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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