Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The start of May in Custer, South Dakota, is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). Custer experiences a steady low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) throughout May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.Rainfall
In Custer, in May, during 18.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Custer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Custer. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.4 snowfall days, in May, Custer aggregates 4.09" (104mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Custer, there are 75.1 snowfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, in Custer, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 8:29 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Custer, South Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In Custer, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Custer?
What is the average humidity in May in Custer?
How many days does it rain in May in Custer?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Custer?
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How high is the UV index in May in Custer?
Average temperature in May
Custer, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 61°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Custer, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Custer, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Custer, SD
- Average humidity in May: 66%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).
Average rainfall in May
Custer, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Custer, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Custer, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Custer, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Custer, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Custer, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Custer, SD
- Average UV index in May: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Custer, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in May
Custer, 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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