May weather forecast
Shepherd, TN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Shepherd, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 57.2°F (14°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

Shepherd's weather in May presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) in April to a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C). The low-temperature average for Shepherd during May stands at a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Shepherd, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shepherd, Tennessee, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Shepherd is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Shepherd, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Shepherd is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shepherd are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shepherd in May?

In May, in Shepherd, the average high-temperature is 78.6°F (25.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shepherd?

The average relative humidity in May in Shepherd, Tennessee, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Shepherd in May?

In Shepherd, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shepherd?

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

Does it snow in Shepherd in May?

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

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

In Shepherd, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shepherd?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:49 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Shepherd?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Shepherd, Tennessee, is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Shepherd?

The months with the highest UV index in Shepherd, Tennessee, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shepherd?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Shepherd, Tennessee, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shepherd, TN

Average temperature in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Shepherd, TN

Average pressure in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shepherd, TN

Average wind speed in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Shepherd, TN

Average humidity in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Shepherd, TN

Average rainfall in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in May
Shepherd, TN

Average rainfall days in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shepherd, TN

Average snowfall in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shepherd, TN

Average snowfall days in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Shepherd, TN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shepherd, TN
  • 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shepherd, TN

Average sunshine days in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Shepherd, TN

Average UV index in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Shepherd, TN

Average cloud cover in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Shepherd, TN

Average visibility in May - Shepherd, TN
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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