May weather forecast
Cherry Creek, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cherry Creek, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Cherry Creek temperatures generally rest at a low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

In Cherry Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Cherry Creek aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cherry Creek, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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 Cherry Creek?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cherry Creek?

In Cherry Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

What is the rainiest month in Cherry Creek?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Cherry Creek?

In May, in Cherry Creek, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cherry Creek?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cherry Creek. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Cherry Creek aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cherry Creek?

The average day length in May in Cherry Creek, South Dakota, is 14h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cherry Creek?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cherry Creek, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherry Creek have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cherry Creek?

In Cherry Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. 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
Cherry Creek, SD

Average temperature in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average pressure in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average wind speed in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average humidity in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average rainfall in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average snowfall in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cherry Creek, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average UV index in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in May
Cherry Creek, SD

Average visibility in May - Cherry Creek, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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