May weather forecastSturgis, SD
May
Weather in May
In the month of May, the weather in Sturgis, South Dakota, shifts towards early signs of summer. It displays a substantial contrast compared with April, but gradually turns warmer as weeks progress. The daylight duration extends to an average of 14.8 hours, making it the month with the longest daylight span. Engaging moments of sunbathing and relaxing outside are fostered by an increase in sunshine and a decrease in rainfall. Transferring the baton to June, weather patterns result in further temperature amplification.Temperature
As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Sturgis's temperature lowers to a mean of 44.6°F (7°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 65%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Sturgis aggregates 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 36.26" (921mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sturgis, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 63°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).
Average pressure in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average humidity in May: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).
Average rainfall in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Sturgis, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Sturgis, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in May
Sturgis, 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).
