May weather forecast
Wessington Springs, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wessington Springs, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). During May, Wessington Springs experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Wessington Springs is 68%.

Rainfall

In Wessington Springs, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wessington Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Wessington Springs.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In Wessington Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wessington Springs in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wessington Springs during May are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Wessington Springs?

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May in Wessington Springs?

In Wessington Springs, South Dakota, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wessington Springs?

May through September are months without snowfall in Wessington Springs.

Does it snow in Wessington Springs in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wessington Springs have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wessington Springs?

On the first day of May in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wessington Springs have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wessington Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average temperature in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average pressure in May - Wessington Springs, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average wind speed in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average humidity in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 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
Wessington Springs, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average UV index in May - Wessington Springs, 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 November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average visibility in May - Wessington Springs, 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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