Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Colton's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Colton's temperature drops to an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
In Colton, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.Rainfall
In Colton, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Colton. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Colton, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Colton in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Colton?
How much does it rain in Colton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Colton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Colton?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Colton?
How many hours of sunshine does Colton have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Colton?
Average temperature in May
Colton, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Colton, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Colton, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Colton, SD
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in May
Colton, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Colton, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Colton, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Colton, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Colton, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Colton, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Colton, 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 December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Colton, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Colton, 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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