May weather forecast
Midland, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Midland, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.2°F (20.1°C) and min 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). The average nighttime temperature in Midland lowers to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Midland is 60%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Midland. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Midland are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Midland aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Midland, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Midland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Midland is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Midland?

In Midland, in May, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Midland?

The average relative humidity in May in Midland is 60%.

What is the rainiest month in Midland?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Midland in May?

In Midland, during May, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Midland?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Midland aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Midland?

The average day length in May in Midland is 14h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Midland?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Midland have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Midland, South Dakota, is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Midland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Midland, SD

Average temperature in May - Midland, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Midland, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Midland, SD

Average wind speed in May - Midland, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Midland, SD

Average humidity in May - Midland, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Midland, SD

Average rainfall in May - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Midland, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Midland, SD

Average snowfall in May - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Midland, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Midland, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Midland, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Midland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Midland, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Midland, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Midland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in May
Midland, SD

Average visibility in May - Midland, 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).

Midland, South Dakota, USA

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