May weather forecast
Carthage, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Carthage, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.6°F (19.8°C) and min 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Carthage's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Carthage's temperature drops to an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Carthage, South Dakota, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Carthage, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Carthage, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Carthage?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Carthage, is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Carthage?

In May, the average relative humidity in Carthage is 68%.

How much does it rain in Carthage in May?

In Carthage, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carthage?

In Carthage, South Dakota, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Carthage in May?

In May, in Carthage, South Dakota, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in May?

The average day length in May in Carthage, South Dakota, is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Carthage?

On the first day of May in Carthage, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Carthage?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Carthage?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Carthage, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Carthage, SD

Average temperature in May - Carthage, 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).

Average pressure in May
Carthage, SD

Average pressure in May - Carthage, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Carthage, SD

Average wind speed in May - Carthage, 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).

Average humidity in May
Carthage, SD

Average humidity in May - Carthage, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Carthage, SD

Average rainfall in May - Carthage, 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").

Average rainfall days in May
Carthage, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Carthage, 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).

Average snowfall in May
Carthage, SD

Average snowfall in May - Carthage, 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").

Average snowfall days in May
Carthage, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Carthage, 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).

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

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

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: 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Carthage, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Carthage, 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).

Average UV index in May
Carthage, SD

Average UV index in May - Carthage, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Carthage, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Carthage, 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).

Average visibility in May
Carthage, SD

Average visibility in May - Carthage, 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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