May weather forecast
Cavour, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cavour, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

As Cavour welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cavour, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cavour, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of May, in Cavour, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cavour, South Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In Cavour, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How much does it rain in May?

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

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cavour have in May?

In Cavour, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cavour, SD

Average temperature in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average pressure in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average wind speed in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average humidity in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

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

Average sunshine days in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average UV index in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Cavour, 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
Cavour, SD

Average visibility in May - Cavour, 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).

Cavour, South Dakota, USA

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