May weather forecast
Shawnee, OK

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Weather in May

In May, Shawnee begins to transition from spring into the early hints of summer. The month is characterized by significantly warmer temperatures and an increase in humidity. Rainfall reaches 4.06" (103mm), making it one of the wetter months of the year. Despite this, longer daylight hours provide ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities. The decent rain combined with a gradual increase in temperature makes the city verdant and life starts to vibrantly bloom.

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shawnee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Shawnee is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Shawnee?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shawnee, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) 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 Shawnee have in May?

In Shawnee, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawnee have in May?

In Shawnee, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Shawnee, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Shawnee, OK

Average temperature in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Shawnee, OK

Average pressure in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
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Average wind speed in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Shawnee, OK

Average humidity in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Shawnee, OK

Average rainfall in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
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Average snowfall in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
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Average snowfall days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Shawnee, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Shawnee, OK
  • 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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