May weather forecast
Shelburne, VT

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Weather in May

May witnesses a remarkable transformation in Shelburne's weather landscape. The rather harsh conditions of the preceding months give way to a more moderate climate. The snowfall finally ceases, and residents are graced with a warming 14.8 hours of daylight and 8.5 hours of sunshine. This change in weather ushers in the true spirit of spring, with the lush greenery of the town vividly coming alive. Raingear might be needed as rainfall intensifies in this time of year.

Temperature

May brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from April's frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). An average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Shelburne, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Shelburne aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.7 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shelburne, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures in Shelburne vary between a high-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Shelburne is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shelburne, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Shelburne aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelburne have in May?

The average day length in May in Shelburne is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelburne have in May?

In Shelburne, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Shelburne?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shelburne, VT

Average temperature in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shelburne, VT

Average pressure in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shelburne, VT

Average wind speed in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shelburne, VT

Average humidity in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Shelburne, VT

Average rainfall in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Shelburne, VT

Average rainfall days in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shelburne, VT

Average snowfall in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shelburne, VT

Average snowfall days in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shelburne, VT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shelburne, VT

Average sunshine days in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shelburne, VT

Average UV index in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shelburne, VT

Average cloud cover in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Shelburne, VT

Average visibility in May - Shelburne, VT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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