May weather forecast
Akaska, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Akaska, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). In Akaska, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Akaska is 62%.

Rainfall

In Akaska, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Akaska, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Akaska aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Akaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In Akaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Akaska, records 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Akaska, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Akaska aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Akaska?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Akaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Akaska, SD

Average temperature in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in May
Akaska, SD

Average pressure in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Akaska, SD

Average wind speed in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Akaska, SD

Average humidity in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Akaska, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Akaska, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Akaska, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Akaska, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Akaska, SD

Average UV index in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Akaska, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Akaska, SD

Average visibility in May - Akaska, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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