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May is a fair month in Shellbrook

Climate Overview

Shellbrook, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.3°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 17°C (62°F) at the start to 21°C (70°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 42 mm across the month.

Expect around 11.9h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 13.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 21.7°C (71°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 10°C warmer with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
18°C / 5°C
Feels Like
15°C / 2°C
Rain
8 days · 42 mm
Sunshine
11.8h / day
Humidity
57% — Moderate
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
ENE (70°)
Gusts
42 km/h
Daylight
15.9 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
4.5
UV Index
5.4 — High
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 1.6 cm
Frost Days
4 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

28°C 23°C 18°C 13°C 8°C 3°C -2°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 4h 8h 12h 16h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:06
Daylight 15.9h
Sunset 20:59

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-9°C / -17°C
Feels Like
-14°C / -23°C
Rain
6days (22 mm) Good
Sun
4.4h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
11days
February
Poor
Temp
-9°C / -19°C
Feels Like
-14°C / -24°C
Rain
4days (12 mm) Good
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.6 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -11°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -16°C
Rain
5days (22 mm) Good
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.2 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
April
Poor
Temp
8°C / -4°C
Feels Like
4°C / -8°C
Rain
5days (22 mm) Good
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
May
Fair
Temp
18°C / 5°C
Feels Like
15°C / 2°C
Rain
8days (42 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 9°C
Rain
12days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 13°C
Rain
9days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
8days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
19°C / 9°C
Feels Like
16°C / 6°C
Rain
6days (35 mm) Good
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
4.3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
October
Poor
Temp
9°C / 1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -4°C
Rain
5days (27 mm) Good
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2.6 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
November
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -14°C
Rain
6days (30 mm) Good
Sun
4.4h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
11days
December
Poor
Temp
-9°C / -17°C
Feels Like
-14°C / -22°C
Rain
5days (15 mm) Good
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
11days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -9°C / -17°C -14°C / -23°C 6days (22 mm) Good 4.4h Fair 81% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details
February -9°C / -19°C -14°C / -24°C 4days (12 mm) Good 7h Good 77% Humid 2.6 Moderate Poor View Details
March -1°C / -11°C -6°C / -16°C 5days (22 mm) Good 8.7h Good 75% Muggy 4.2 Moderate Poor View Details
April 8°C / -4°C 4°C / -8°C 5days (22 mm) Good 10.7h Excellent 62% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May 18°C / 5°C 15°C / 2°C 8days (42 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 57% Moderate 5.4 High Fair View Details
June best 22°C / 11°C 20°C / 9°C 12days (71 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 64% Muggy 6.1 High Good View Details
July best 25°C / 14°C 24°C / 13°C 9days (69 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 68% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 13°C 22°C / 12°C 8days (62 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 68% Muggy 5.4 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 9°C 16°C / 6°C 6days (35 mm) Good 9.2h Good 67% Muggy 4.3 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 9°C / 1°C 5°C / -4°C 5days (27 mm) Good 6.8h Fair 71% Muggy 2.6 Moderate Poor View Details
November -2°C / -9°C -6°C / -14°C 6days (30 mm) Good 4.4h Fair 80% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
December -9°C / -17°C -14°C / -22°C 5days (15 mm) Good 4h Fair 80% Humid 1.1 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Shellbrook, with average highs of 18°C (65°F) and around 8 rainy days. Shellbrook, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.3°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temper
Shellbrook typically sees around 8 rainy days in May with 42 mm (1.7 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Shellbrook during May are cold, averaging 5°C (42°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 18°C (65°F) and lows of 5°C (42°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Shellbrook. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Shellbrook during May is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Shellbrook gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 12 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Shellbrook typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 2 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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