May weather forecast
Meadow, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Meadow, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). Throughout May, Meadow encounters an average temperature drop to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Meadow, South Dakota, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meadow, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meadow are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Meadow. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Meadow aggregates 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Meadow, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Meadow, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Meadow, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Meadow in May?

The high-temperature in Meadow, South Dakota, during May is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Meadow?

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How much does it rain in Meadow in May?

In Meadow, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Meadow?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Meadow, South Dakota. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Meadow aggregates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meadow have in May?

In May, the average day length in Meadow, South Dakota, is 14h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Meadow?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Meadow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 8:29 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Meadow have in May?

In Meadow, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Meadow?

In Meadow, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Meadow, SD

Average temperature in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Meadow, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Meadow, SD

Average wind speed in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Meadow, SD

Average humidity in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Meadow, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Meadow, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Meadow, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Meadow, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Meadow, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Meadow, SD

Average UV index in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Meadow, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Meadow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Meadow, SD

Average visibility in May - Meadow, 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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