May weather forecast
Shelton, CT

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Weather in May

May experiences a pleasant weather with temperatures soaring to an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and lows comfortably sitting at 51.4°F (10.8°C). The city gets no snowfall, effectively bid goodbye to the trailing edges of winter and welcoming the onset of summer. Flowers are in full blossom, contributing a unique aesthetic to the landscape of Shelton, Connecticut. It's a favoured time for outdoor adventures and activities, as the sky remains clear and the atmosphere, fresh.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May in Shelton, changing from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Shelton records a consistent low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Shelton, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelton, Connecticut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 36.26" (921mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Shelton.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shelton is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Shelton, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shelton?

Shelton in May has an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shelton?

In Shelton, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Shelton in May?

In Shelton, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shelton?

May through October are months without snowfall in Shelton, Connecticut.

Does it snow in Shelton in May?

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

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

The average day length in May in Shelton is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shelton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Shelton, Connecticut, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Shelton?

In Shelton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shelton, CT

Average temperature in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shelton, CT

Average pressure in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shelton, CT

Average wind speed in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shelton, CT

Average humidity in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shelton, CT

Average rainfall days in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shelton, CT

Average snowfall days in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shelton, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shelton, CT

Average sunshine days in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shelton, CT

Average UV index in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Shelton, CT

Average cloud cover in May - Shelton, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Shelton, CT

Average visibility in May - Shelton, CT
  • 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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