May weather forecast
Olivet, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Olivet, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

Olivet's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Olivet records an average nighttime low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Olivet is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Olivet in May?

The high-temperature in Olivet during May is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Olivet, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Olivet, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Olivet, South Dakota, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Olivet, the average day length in May is 14h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Olivet have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Olivet, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Olivet, SD

Average pressure in May - Olivet, 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
Olivet, SD

Average wind speed in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Olivet, SD

Average humidity in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Olivet, SD

Average rainfall in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Olivet, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Olivet, SD

Average snowfall in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Olivet, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Olivet, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Olivet, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Olivet, SD

Average UV index in May - Olivet, 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
Olivet, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Olivet, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Olivet, SD

Average visibility in May - Olivet, 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).

Olivet, South Dakota, USA

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