May weather forecast
Kennebec, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kennebec, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.3°F (9.6°C) and max 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Kennebec records a consistent low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In Kennebec, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Kennebec, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Kennebec, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Kennebec, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In Kennebec, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Kennebec experiences an average high-temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and a low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Kennebec, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kennebec have in May?

In Kennebec, the average day length in May is 14h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kennebec?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Kennebec, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Kennebec, SD

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

Average wind speed in May
Kennebec, SD

Average wind speed in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Kennebec, SD

Average humidity in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Kennebec, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Kennebec, 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 February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kennebec, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kennebec, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kennebec, 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: 9h and 3min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kennebec, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Kennebec, SD

Average UV index in May - Kennebec, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Kennebec, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Kennebec, SD

Average visibility in May - Kennebec, 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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