May weather forecast
Shawnee, OK

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Weather in May

In May, Shawnee begins to transition from spring into the early hints of summer. The month is characterized by significantly warmer temperatures and an increase in humidity. Rainfall reaches 4.06" (103mm), making it one of the wetter months of the year. Despite this, longer daylight hours provide ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities. The decent rain combined with a gradual increase in temperature makes the city verdant and life starts to vibrantly bloom.

Temperature

The arrival of May witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Shawnee's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Shawnee is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shawnee, Oklahoma, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Shawnee, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shawnee?

The high-temperature, in May, in Shawnee, is 76.6°F (24.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Shawnee?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

What is the average humidity in May in Shawnee?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Shawnee?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shawnee in May?

In Shawnee, Oklahoma, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Shawnee?

May through October are months without snowfall in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Does it snow in Shawnee in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shawnee have in May?

In Shawnee, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shawnee?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shawnee, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawnee have in May?

In Shawnee, Oklahoma, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Shawnee?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shawnee, OK

Average temperature in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shawnee, OK

Average pressure in May - Shawnee, OK
  • 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shawnee, OK

Average wind speed in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shawnee, OK

Average humidity in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shawnee, OK

Average rainfall in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shawnee, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shawnee, OK

Average snowfall in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shawnee, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shawnee, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shawnee, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shawnee, OK

Average UV index in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Shawnee, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Shawnee, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Shawnee, OK

Average visibility in May - Shawnee, OK
  • 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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