May weather forecast
Kimball, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Kimball, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.8°F (19.9°C) and min 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Kimball, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kimball is 66%.

Rainfall

In Kimball, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kimball, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Kimball.

Daylight

In Kimball, South Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of May, in Kimball, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kimball is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kimball in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kimball, records 67.8°F (19.9°C), while the low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kimball?

In May, the average relative humidity in Kimball, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Kimball in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kimball?

In Kimball, South Dakota, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Kimball in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kimball have in May?

The average day length in May in Kimball, South Dakota, is 14h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kimball?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kimball, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kimball have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Kimball, South Dakota, is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kimball?

In Kimball, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kimball, SD

Average temperature in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Kimball, SD

Average pressure in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Kimball, SD

Average wind speed in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Kimball, SD

Average humidity in May - Kimball, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall in May - Kimball, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall in May - Kimball, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Kimball, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kimball, 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 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kimball, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Kimball, SD

Average UV index in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kimball, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Kimball, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Kimball, SD

Average visibility in May - Kimball, 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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