May weather forecast
Carpenter, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Carpenter, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.9°F (9.4°C) and max 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Carpenter averages of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Carpenter, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Carpenter, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Carpenter is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Carpenter, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Carpenter is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Carpenter in May?

During May, Carpenter experiences an average high-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Carpenter?

The average relative humidity in May in Carpenter is 68%.

How much does it rain in Carpenter in May?

In May, in Carpenter, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Carpenter?

In Carpenter, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Carpenter in May?

In May, in Carpenter, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Carpenter have in May?

In Carpenter, the average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Carpenter?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Carpenter have in May?

In Carpenter, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Carpenter?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Carpenter, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Carpenter, SD

Average temperature in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Carpenter, SD

Average pressure in May - Carpenter, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Carpenter, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Carpenter, SD

Average humidity in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in May
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Carpenter, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Carpenter, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 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
Carpenter, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Carpenter, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Carpenter, SD

Average UV index in May - Carpenter, 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 November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Carpenter, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Carpenter, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in May
Carpenter, SD

Average visibility in May - Carpenter, 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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