May weather forecast
Pukwana, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Pukwana, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.3°F (9.6°C) and max 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Pukwana's average low-temperature is measured at a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pukwana, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Pukwana.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Pukwana, is 67.8°F (19.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Pukwana is 66%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pukwana, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pukwana, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Pukwana, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Pukwana, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pukwana, SD

Average temperature in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Pukwana, SD

Average pressure in May - Pukwana, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pukwana, SD

Average wind speed in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Pukwana, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Pukwana, SD

Average rainfall in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Pukwana, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pukwana, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pukwana, SD

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pukwana, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pukwana, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Pukwana, SD

Average UV index in May - Pukwana, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Pukwana, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Pukwana, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Pukwana, SD

Average visibility in May - Pukwana, 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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