May weather forecast
Lake Norden, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lake Norden, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C). In Lake Norden, the average nighttime temperature during May is a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Lake Norden is 71%.

Rainfall

In Lake Norden, South Dakota, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Lake Norden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lake Norden, South Dakota. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Lake Norden aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.3 snowfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lake Norden is 14h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Norden, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Lake Norden, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Lake Norden?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lake Norden are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Norden?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lake Norden?

In Lake Norden, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lake Norden?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Lake Norden aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Lake Norden?

In May, the average day length in Lake Norden, South Dakota, is 14h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lake Norden?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Norden, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lake Norden?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lake Norden is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lake Norden?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average temperature in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake Norden, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average wind speed in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average humidity in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average rainfall in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average snowfall in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Norden, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average UV index in May - Lake Norden, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Lake Norden, SD

Average visibility in May - Lake Norden, 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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