May weather forecast
Harrison, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Harrison, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Harrison, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Harrison is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Harrison?

In Harrison, in May, the average high-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Harrison?

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

What is the wettest month in Harrison?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Harrison?

In May, in Harrison, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Harrison?

May through September are months without snowfall in Harrison, South Dakota.

Does it snow in Harrison in May?

In May, in Harrison, South Dakota, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Harrison have in May?

The average day length in May in Harrison is 14h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Harrison?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harrison, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Harrison?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Harrison?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Harrison, SD

Average temperature in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Harrison, SD

Average pressure in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Harrison, SD

Average wind speed in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Harrison, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in May
Harrison, SD

Average rainfall in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in May
Harrison, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Harrison, SD

Average snowfall in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Harrison, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harrison, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Harrison, 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: 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: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Harrison, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Harrison, SD

Average UV index in May - Harrison, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Harrison, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Harrison, SD

Average visibility in May - Harrison, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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