May weather forecast
Tilford, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tilford, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average high of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Tilford, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Tilford, South Dakota, is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Tilford aggregates 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Tilford, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.1 days and aggregates up to 36.26" (921mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 48min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Tilford in May has an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Tilford, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Tilford, South Dakota, is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Tilford aggregates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:30 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tilford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Tilford?

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

Average temperature in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

Average pressure in May
Tilford, SD

Average pressure in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tilford, SD

Average wind speed in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Tilford, SD

Average humidity in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Tilford, SD

Average rainfall in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Tilford, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tilford, SD

Average snowfall in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tilford, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tilford, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Tilford, SD

Average UV index in May - Tilford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Tilford, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Tilford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Tilford, SD

Average visibility in May - Tilford, 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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