May weather forecast
Dolton, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dolton, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

As Dolton transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 50°F (10°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dolton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dolton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dolton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dolton, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Dolton is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dolton, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

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: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Dolton?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dolton, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dolton?

The average relative humidity in May in Dolton, South Dakota, is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Dolton?

In Dolton, South Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dolton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dolton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dolton?

In May, the average day length in Dolton, South Dakota, is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dolton?

On the first day of May in Dolton, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dolton?

The average sunshine duration in May in Dolton is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dolton?

In Dolton, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Dolton, SD

Average temperature in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°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 (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dolton, SD

Average pressure in May - Dolton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Dolton, SD

Average wind speed in May - Dolton, 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 (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Dolton, SD

Average humidity in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dolton, SD

Average rainfall in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dolton, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dolton, SD

Average snowfall in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dolton, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Dolton, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dolton, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dolton, SD

Average UV index in May - Dolton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dolton, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Dolton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Dolton, SD

Average visibility in May - Dolton, 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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