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 brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In Houghton, the average nighttime temperature during May is a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.Rainfall
In Houghton, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Houghton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Houghton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Houghton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.6 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 57min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
In Houghton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Houghton?
What is the average humidity in May in Houghton?
How much does it rain in Houghton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Houghton?
How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Houghton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Houghton?
How high is the UV index in May in Houghton?
Average temperature in May
Houghton, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 65.8°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 (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Houghton, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Houghton, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Houghton, SD
- Average humidity in May: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).
Average rainfall in May
Houghton, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
Houghton, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Houghton, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Houghton, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Houghton, SD
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- 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: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Houghton, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Houghton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Houghton, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Houghton, SD
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
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