May weather forecast
Shellsburg, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shellsburg, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52°F (11.1°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

As Shellsburg welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Throughout May, Shellsburg witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shellsburg aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Shellsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 16.73" (425mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shellsburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Shellsburg, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Shellsburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Shellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shellsburg?

The high-temperature, in May, in Shellsburg, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shellsburg?

In May, the average relative humidity in Shellsburg, Iowa, is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Shellsburg?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Shellsburg?

In Shellsburg, Iowa, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shellsburg?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shellsburg. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shellsburg aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shellsburg?

On the first day of May in Shellsburg, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shellsburg have in May?

In Shellsburg, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Shellsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average temperature in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average pressure in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average wind speed in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average humidity in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average UV index in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Shellsburg, IA

Average visibility in May - Shellsburg, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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