May weather forecast
Bradley, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bradley, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Bradley sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Bradley throughout May, records an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bradley, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bradley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bradley aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 53min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Bradley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bradley, is 64°F (17.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bradley, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Bradley, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bradley aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bradley?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bradley is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bradley, SD

Average temperature in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in May
Bradley, SD

Average pressure in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"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).

Average wind speed in May
Bradley, SD

Average wind speed in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Bradley, SD

Average humidity in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Bradley, SD

Average rainfall in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Bradley, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bradley, SD

Average snowfall in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bradley, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bradley, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bradley, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bradley, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Bradley, SD

Average UV index in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bradley, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Bradley, SD

Average visibility in May - Bradley, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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