May weather forecast
Sheldon, MO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sheldon, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 74.5°F (23.6°C).

Temperature

In Sheldon, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). In Sheldon, an average temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Sheldon.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sheldon is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Sheldon, Missouri. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sheldon aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, in Sheldon, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sheldon, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sheldon?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sheldon, records 74.5°F (23.6°C), while the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Sheldon?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May in Sheldon?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Sheldon?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sheldon, Missouri. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sheldon in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sheldon?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sheldon aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sheldon?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheldon, Missouri, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sheldon?

The average sunshine duration in May in Sheldon, Missouri, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sheldon?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sheldon, MO

Average temperature in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°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 (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sheldon, MO

Average pressure in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sheldon, MO

Average wind speed in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sheldon, MO

Average humidity in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sheldon, MO

Average rainfall in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sheldon, MO

Average rainfall days in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sheldon, MO

Average snowfall in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sheldon, MO

Average snowfall days in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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
Sheldon, MO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sheldon, MO

Average sunshine days in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sheldon, MO

Average UV index in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Sheldon, MO

Average cloud cover in May - Sheldon, MO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Sheldon, MO

Average visibility in May - Sheldon, MO
  • 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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