May weather forecast
Barnard, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Barnard, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During the month of May, Barnard's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Barnard, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barnard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Barnard are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Barnard, South Dakota. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Barnard aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barnard, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 57min.
On the first day of May in Barnard, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Barnard, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Barnard?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Barnard?

In May, the average relative humidity in Barnard is 66%.

How many days does it rain in May in Barnard?

In Barnard, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Barnard?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Barnard. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Barnard aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Barnard have in May?

In May, the average day length in Barnard is 14h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Barnard?

On the first day of May in Barnard, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Barnard have in May?

In Barnard, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Barnard?

In Barnard, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Barnard, SD

Average temperature in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Barnard, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Barnard, SD

Average wind speed in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Barnard, SD

Average humidity in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

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Average rainfall in May
Barnard, SD

Average rainfall in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in May
Barnard, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Barnard, SD

Average snowfall in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Barnard, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Barnard, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Barnard, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Barnard, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Barnard, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Barnard, SD

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

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

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