May weather forecastShelby, NE
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Shelby, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.7°F (21.5°C) and min 53.1°F (11.7°C).Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Shelby, Nebraska, is 70%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Shelby is May, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shelby. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Shelby aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shelby, NE
- Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Shelby, NE
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Shelby, NE
- Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Shelby, NE
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in May
Shelby, NE
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Shelby, NE
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shelby, NE
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shelby, NE
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shelby, NE
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shelby, NE
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Shelby, NE
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Shelby, NE
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Shelby, NE
- 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).





