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
The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Putney witnesses an average temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 66%.Rainfall
In Putney, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Putney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.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, Putney aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Putney, South Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.On the first day of May, 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 9:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Putney is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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
Putney, 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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