Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). McLaughlin registers a consistent average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) during May.Humidity
In McLaughlin, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.Rainfall
In McLaughlin, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in McLaughlin, 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 McLaughlin, South Dakota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, McLaughlin aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 58min.On the first day of May in McLaughlin, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in McLaughlin is 9.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in McLaughlin?
What is the average humidity in May in McLaughlin?
How much does it rain in McLaughlin in May?
What is the last month it snows in McLaughlin?
What is the average length of the day in May in McLaughlin?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in McLaughlin?
How many hours of sunshine does McLaughlin have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in McLaughlin?
Average temperature in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average pressure in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average wind speed in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average humidity in May
McLaughlin, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
McLaughlin, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average snowfall in May
McLaughlin, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
McLaughlin, SD
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- 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).
Average sunshine days in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average UV index in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
McLaughlin, 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).
Average visibility in May
McLaughlin, 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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