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
With the transition into May, Fruitdale experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). Fruitdale, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Fruitdale. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Fruitdale aggregates 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fruitdale, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:32 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Fruitdale is 10.1h.UV index
In Fruitdale, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Fruitdale?
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How much does it rain in Fruitdale in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Fruitdale have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fruitdale?
How long on average sun shines in May in Fruitdale?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Fruitdale?
Average temperature in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 63.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average humidity in May: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fruitdale, 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: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Fruitdale, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in May
Fruitdale, 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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