May weather forecast
Lake Andes, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Lake Andes, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.5°F (20.3°C) and min 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

In Lake Andes, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, Lake Andes experiences an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Andes, South Dakota, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Lake Andes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Lake Andes, the average high-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Lake Andes, 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 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lake Andes, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Lake Andes, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Andes have in May?

In Lake Andes, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Andes have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lake Andes?

In Lake Andes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Andes, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average pressure in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lake Andes, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average humidity in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Andes, 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 6min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average UV index in May - Lake Andes, 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
Lake Andes, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Andes, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Lake Andes, SD

Average visibility in May - Lake Andes, 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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