May weather forecast
Stratford, SD

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Stratford dips to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In Stratford, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Stratford, 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 in Stratford. May is the last month it regularly snows in Stratford. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stratford 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 Stratford, South Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Stratford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Stratford?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Stratford, is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Stratford?

In Stratford, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

How many days does it rain in May in Stratford?

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

What is the last month it snows in Stratford?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Stratford?

In May, the average day length in Stratford is 14h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Stratford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Stratford?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Stratford?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Stratford is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Stratford, SD

Average temperature in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average pressure in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average wind speed in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average humidity in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average rainfall in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average UV index in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average visibility in May - Stratford, 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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