May weather forecast
Firesteel, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Firesteel, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.2°F (9°C) and max 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

As Firesteel welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Firesteel, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Firesteel is 62%.

Rainfall

In Firesteel, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Firesteel, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Firesteel. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Firesteel aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Firesteel, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Firesteel, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Firesteel, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

In Firesteel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Firesteel in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Firesteel, is 66.6°F (19.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How much does it rain in Firesteel in May?

In Firesteel, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Firesteel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Firesteel have in May?

The average day length in May in Firesteel is 14h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Firesteel?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Firesteel have in May?

In Firesteel, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Firesteel?

In Firesteel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Firesteel, SD

Average temperature in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Firesteel, SD

Average pressure in May - Firesteel, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Firesteel, SD

Average wind speed in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Firesteel, SD

Average humidity in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in May
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Firesteel, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Firesteel, SD

Average snowfall in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Firesteel, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Firesteel, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Firesteel, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Firesteel, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Firesteel, SD

Average UV index in May - Firesteel, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Firesteel, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Firesteel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
Firesteel, SD

Average visibility in May - Firesteel, 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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