May weather forecast
Ethan, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ethan, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50°F (10°C) and an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

Ethan sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Ethan experiences an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C) in month of May.

Humidity

In Ethan, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Ethan, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Ethan in May has an average high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Ethan, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ethan, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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 in Ethan?

In Ethan, the average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Ethan is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ethan, SD

Average temperature in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Ethan, SD

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

Average wind speed in May
Ethan, SD

Average wind speed in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Ethan, SD

Average humidity in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ethan, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ethan, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ethan, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Ethan, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Ethan, SD

Average visibility in May - Ethan, 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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