Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Pierpont observes an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Pierpont is 70%.Rainfall
In Pierpont, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pierpont, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Pierpont aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pierpont, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Pierpont, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.On the first day of May in Pierpont, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Pierpont, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
In Pierpont, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Pierpont?
What is the average humidity in May in Pierpont?
How much does it rain in Pierpont in May?
What is the last month it snows in Pierpont?
What is the average length of the day in May in Pierpont?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pierpont?
How many hours of sunshine does Pierpont have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Pierpont?
Average temperature in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).
Average pressure in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pierpont, 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: 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 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Pierpont, SD
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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