May weather forecast
Long Valley, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Long Valley, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). Nighttime temperature in Long Valley lowers to an average of 49.6°F (9.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In Long Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Long Valley is May, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Long Valley. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Long Valley aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Long Valley, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Long Valley, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Long Valley, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Long Valley, South Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In Long Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Long Valley in May?

The high-temperature during May is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Long Valley?

In Long Valley, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

What is the wettest month in Long Valley?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Long Valley, South Dakota. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Long Valley in May?

In Long Valley, South Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Long Valley?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Long Valley. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Long Valley aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Long Valley?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Long Valley?

On the first day of May in Long Valley, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Valley have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Long Valley?

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
Long Valley, SD

Average temperature in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Long Valley, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Long Valley, SD

Average wind speed in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Long Valley, SD

Average humidity in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

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Average rainfall in May
Long Valley, SD

Average rainfall in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in May
Long Valley, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Long Valley, SD

Average snowfall in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Long Valley, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 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
Long Valley, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Long Valley, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Long Valley, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Long Valley, SD

Average UV index in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Long Valley, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Long Valley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in May
Long Valley, SD

Average visibility in May - Long Valley, 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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