May weather forecast
Meckling, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Meckling, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). During May, the temperature in Meckling is averaged to a low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Meckling, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meckling, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Meckling aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Meckling, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 13.9" (353mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Meckling, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Meckling?

In May, in Meckling, the average high-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Meckling?

In Meckling, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May in Meckling?

In Meckling, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Meckling?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Meckling. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Meckling aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Meckling have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Meckling?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Meckling have in May?

In Meckling, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Meckling?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Meckling, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Meckling, SD

Average temperature in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Meckling, SD

Average pressure in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"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
Meckling, SD

Average wind speed in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Meckling, SD

Average humidity in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Meckling, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Meckling, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Meckling, SD

Average UV index in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Meckling, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Meckling, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Meckling, SD

Average visibility in May - Meckling, 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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