May weather forecast
Pickstown, SD

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Weather in May

May marks the prelude to summer in Pickstown with the highest temperature rising to a mild 68.5°F (20.3°C). With the warmer conditions, rainfall sees a dramatic spike, exceeding spring levels. Despite rain, sunshine is prevalent for about 13 days, bringing bright and cheerful days. Cumulatively, pressure shows a slight dip, indicating the changing atmospheric circumstances. Winds cool down a bit, making the rise in temperature tolerable.

Temperature

Pickstown's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, Pickstown witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In Pickstown, the average relative humidity in May 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

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Pickstown, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pickstown?

The high-temperature, in May, in Pickstown, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pickstown?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the wettest month in Pickstown?

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

How much does it rain in Pickstown in May?

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

When it does not snow in Pickstown?

May through September are months without snowfall in Pickstown.

Does it snow in Pickstown in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Pickstown?

In Pickstown, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pickstown?

On the first day of May in Pickstown, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pickstown have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Pickstown?

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

Average temperature in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average pressure in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average wind speed in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average humidity in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average rainfall in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average snowfall in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pickstown, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • 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
Pickstown, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average UV index in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Pickstown, 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
Pickstown, SD

Average visibility in May - Pickstown, 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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