May weather forecast
Fairview, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Fairview, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). An average temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairview, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairview. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairview aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Fairview, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fairview, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Fairview, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairview in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fairview during May are 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Fairview?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Fairview in May?

In Fairview, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fairview?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairview, South Dakota. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairview aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fairview?

In Fairview, the average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairview?

On the first day of May in Fairview, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairview have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fairview?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Fairview, SD

Average temperature in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Fairview, SD

Average pressure in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fairview, SD

Average wind speed in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Fairview, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Fairview, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fairview, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairview, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fairview, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Fairview, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Fairview, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fairview, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Fairview, SD

Average visibility in May - Fairview, 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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