May weather forecast
Plana, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plana, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

As Plana transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). In the month of May, an average of 48.2°F (9°C) marks the low-temperature in Plana.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Plana is 66%.

Rainfall

In Plana, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Plana aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Plana, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plana, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Plana, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Plana is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plana in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Plana, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Plana, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Plana aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 9:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plana have in May?

In Plana, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Plana, SD

Average temperature in May - Plana, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Plana, SD

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

Average wind speed in May - Plana, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Plana, SD

Average humidity in May - Plana, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Plana, SD

Average rainfall in May - Plana, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Plana, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Plana, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plana, SD

Average snowfall in May - Plana, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Plana, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Plana, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plana, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plana, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Plana, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Plana, SD

Average UV index in May - Plana, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Plana, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Plana, SD

Average visibility in May - Plana, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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