May weather forecast
Butler, SD

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Butler, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Butler, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Butler. May is the last month it regularly snows in Butler, South Dakota. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Butler aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Butler, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.4 days and aggregates up to 23.74" (603mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:37 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 Butler, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Butler?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Butler?

The average relative humidity in May in Butler is 70%.

How much does it rain in Butler in May?

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

What is the last month it snows in Butler?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Butler is 14h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Butler?

On the first day of May in Butler, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Butler have in May?

In Butler, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Butler?

In Butler, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. 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
Butler, SD

Average temperature in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average pressure in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average wind speed in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average humidity in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average rainfall in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average snowfall in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average UV index in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Butler, 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
Butler, SD

Average visibility in May - Butler, 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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