May weather forecast
Denby, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Denby, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

As Denby enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) of April to an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C). Denby's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Denby, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Denby aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Denby, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 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 66.2°F (19°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Denby aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Denby have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Denby is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Denby, SD

Average temperature in May - Denby, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Denby, SD

Average pressure in May - Denby, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Denby, SD

Average wind speed in May - Denby, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Denby, SD

Average humidity in May - Denby, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Denby, SD

Average rainfall in May - Denby, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Denby, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Denby, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Denby, SD

Average snowfall in May - Denby, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Denby, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Denby, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Denby, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Denby, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Denby, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Denby, SD

Average UV index in May - Denby, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Denby, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Denby, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Denby, SD

Average visibility in May - Denby, 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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