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
May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During the month of May, Faulkton experiences a steady low-temperature average of 48.2°F (9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.Rainfall
In Faulkton, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Faulkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.3 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Faulkton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.2°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 (9.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average humidity in May: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Faulkton, 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 February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Faulkton, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Faulkton, 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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