May weather forecastSheridan, TX

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Sheridan, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 84.2°F (29°C) and an average low of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Sheridan observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from 77.7°F (25.4°C) in April to a still warm 84.2°F (29°C). Sheridan encounters a steady low-temperature average of 67.3°F (19.6°C) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Sheridan, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In Sheridan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Sheridan, in May, the average high-temperature is 84.2°F (29°C), and the average low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sheridan. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

In Sheridan, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Sheridan, snow does not fall in March through November.

The average day length in May is 13h and 38min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:21 pm CDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

77.7°F

84.2°F

90.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.4mph

8.9mph

7.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.8

16.7

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.6

13.2

9.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Sheridan, TX

Average high temperature in May: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

Average low temperature in May: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheridan, TX

Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sheridan, TX

Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheridan, TX

Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Sheridan, TX

Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheridan, TX

Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheridan, TX

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheridan, TX

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sheridan, TX

Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheridan, TX

Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheridan, TX

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 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sheridan, TX

Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Sheridan, TX

Average visibility in May: 5mi

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