May weather forecast
Estelline, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Estelline, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

Estelline, South Dakota, sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C). The average temperature during May nights is registered at a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Estelline, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Estelline, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Estelline. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Estelline aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Estelline, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Estelline, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) and a low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Estelline aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Estelline have in May?

In Estelline, the average day length in May is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Estelline, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Estelline have in May?

In Estelline, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Estelline, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Estelline, SD

Average temperature in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in May
Estelline, SD

Average pressure in May - Estelline, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Estelline, SD

Average wind speed in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Estelline, SD

Average humidity in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Estelline, SD

Average rainfall in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Estelline, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Estelline, SD

Average snowfall in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Estelline, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Estelline, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Estelline, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Estelline, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Estelline, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Estelline, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Estelline, SD

Average visibility in May - Estelline, 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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