Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Canton's average low-temperature in May is measured at a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Canton is 69%.Rainfall
In Canton, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canton, South Dakota, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Canton, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Canton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Canton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.Daylight
In Canton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.On the first day of May in Canton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Canton?
What is the average humidity in May in Canton?
How much does it rain in Canton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Canton?
How many hours of daylight does Canton have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Canton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Canton?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Canton?
Average temperature in May
Canton, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 68.5°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 (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Canton, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Canton, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Canton, SD
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Canton, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Canton, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Canton, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Canton, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canton, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Canton, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Canton, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Canton, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Canton, SD
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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