May weather forecast
Clear Lake, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Clear Lake, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.4°F (19.1°C) and min 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). An average temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clear Lake, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clear Lake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Clear Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Clear Lake is 14h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Clear Lake?

In May, in Clear Lake, the average high-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Clear Lake?

The average relative humidity in May in Clear Lake is 69%.

How much does it rain in Clear Lake in May?

In May, in Clear Lake, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Clear Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Clear Lake. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clear Lake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Clear Lake have in May?

The average day length in May in Clear Lake, South Dakota, is 14h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Clear Lake?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 9:04 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clear Lake have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Clear Lake, South Dakota, is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Clear Lake?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clear Lake, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average temperature in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°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 (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average pressure in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Clear Lake, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average humidity in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Clear Lake, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clear Lake, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average UV index in May - Clear Lake, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Clear Lake, SD

Average visibility in May - Clear Lake, 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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