May weather forecast
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Richmond Lake Heights Development's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frosty 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Richmond Lake Heights Development, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond Lake Heights Development is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Richmond Lake Heights Development experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average day length in May is 14h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond Lake Heights Development have in May?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average temperature in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average pressure in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average wind speed in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average humidity in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average UV index in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average visibility in May - Richmond Lake Heights Development, 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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