May weather forecast
Claire City, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Claire City, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48°F (8.9°C) and max 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Claire City falls to an average low of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Claire City, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Claire City are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Claire City, South Dakota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Claire City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Claire City, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Claire City is 8.8h.

UV index

In Claire City, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Claire City?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Claire City, South Dakota, are 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 48°F (8.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Claire City?

The average relative humidity in May in Claire City is 68%.

How much does it rain in Claire City in May?

In May, in Claire City, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Claire City?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Claire City aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Claire City?

In Claire City, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Claire City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Claire City have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Claire City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Claire City is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Claire City, SD

Average temperature in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°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
Claire City, SD

Average pressure in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Claire City, SD

Average wind speed in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Claire City, SD

Average humidity in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Claire City, SD

Average rainfall in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Claire City, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Claire City, SD

Average snowfall in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Claire City, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 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
Claire City, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Claire City, 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: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Claire City, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Claire City, SD

Average UV index in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Claire City, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Claire City, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Claire City, SD

Average visibility in May - Claire 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).

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