May weather forecast
Shell Lake, WI

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Shell Lake, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.6°F (18.1°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

A clear escalation in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of May, surging from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). Shell Lake's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, May is the least humid month in Shell Lake, Wisconsin.

Rainfall

In Shell Lake, Wisconsin, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shell Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shell Lake. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shell Lake. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Shell Lake aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Shell Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.7 days and aggregates up to 27.13" (689mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Shell Lake is 14h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Shell Lake, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shell Lake?

The high-temperature during May is 64.6°F (18.1°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Shell Lake?

May is the least humid month in Shell Lake, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in May in Shell Lake?

In Shell Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How much does it rain in Shell Lake in May?

In Shell Lake, Wisconsin, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shell Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shell Lake, Wisconsin. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Shell Lake aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Shell Lake?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shell Lake?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in Shell Lake, Wisconsin, is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Shell Lake?

In Shell Lake, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average temperature in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average pressure in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average wind speed in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average humidity in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average rainfall in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average snowfall in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 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 Lake, WI

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average UV index in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Shell Lake, WI

Average visibility in May - Shell Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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