May weather forecastCentral City, SD
May
Weather in May
May brings warmth and life to Central City, as the weather moves definitively into spring. In May, the weather characteristics shift dramatically from those of April, with notably higher temperatures and continued rainfall. The month is characterized by longer days and increasing sunshine duration. The city benefits from clear visibility during May, making it an enjoyable period for outdoor activities. May is a vibrant month of blossoms, clear skies, and greenery.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Central City reports an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Central City, South Dakota, is 67%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Central City. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout May, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated. In Central City, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.6 days and aggregates up to 34.53" (877mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.UV index
In Central City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Central City, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Central City, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Central City, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Central City, SD
- Average humidity in May: 67%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).
Average rainfall in May
Central City, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in May
Central City, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Central City, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 4.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Central City, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Central City, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
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: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Central City, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Central City, SD
- Average UV index in May: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Central City, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in May
Central City, 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).
