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Shelton Weather in May

May in Shelton brings pleasant temperatures around 21°C (70°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 109 mm (4.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Shelton in May

Typically around 14 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 109 mm (4.3 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Shelton in May

Temperatures in Shelton in May top out at 21°C (70°F) and drop to 10°C (50°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Shelton in May

There are approximately 258 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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Shelton Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 109 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 63% *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: Hartford, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Shelton in May

For Shelton in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Shelton in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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