May weather forecast
Richmond Heights, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Richmond Heights, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Richmond Heights dips to a steady average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Richmond Heights is 66%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Heights, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Richmond Heights aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Richmond Heights, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Richmond Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, in Richmond Heights, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Richmond Heights, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond Heights is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Richmond Heights?

The high-temperature, in May, in Richmond Heights, records 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Richmond Heights?

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

How much does it rain in Richmond Heights in May?

In Richmond Heights, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Richmond Heights?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Richmond Heights, South Dakota. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Richmond Heights aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Heights have in May?

In Richmond Heights, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Richmond Heights?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond Heights, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Richmond Heights?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Richmond Heights?

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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average temperature in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average pressure in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average wind speed in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average humidity in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average rainfall in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average snowfall in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Richmond Heights, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average UV index in May - Richmond Heights, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Richmond Heights, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Richmond Heights, SD

Average visibility in May - Richmond Heights, 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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