May weather forecast
Claremont, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Claremont, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Claremont's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Claremont, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Claremont, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Claremont are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Claremont. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Claremont aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Claremont, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Claremont is 9h.

UV index

In Claremont, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Claremont?

During May, Claremont experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Claremont?

In May, the average relative humidity in Claremont, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Claremont in May?

In Claremont, South Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Claremont?

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

How many hours of daylight does Claremont have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Claremont?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Claremont, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Claremont?

In Claremont, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Claremont?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Claremont, SD

Average temperature in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Claremont, SD

Average pressure in May - Claremont, 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
Claremont, SD

Average wind speed in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Claremont, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Claremont, SD

Average rainfall in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Claremont, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Claremont, SD

Average snowfall in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Claremont, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Claremont, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Claremont, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Claremont, SD

Average UV index in May - Claremont, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Claremont, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Claremont, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Claremont, SD

Average visibility in May - Claremont, 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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