May weather forecast
Tolstoy, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tolstoy, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in April to a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C). Tolstoy observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

In Tolstoy, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Tolstoy, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Tolstoy. May is the last month it regularly snows in Tolstoy. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tolstoy aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tolstoy, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tolstoy, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of May in Tolstoy, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Tolstoy, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Tolstoy?

In Tolstoy, 66.2°F (19°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Tolstoy?

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How much does it rain in Tolstoy in May?

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, in May, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Tolstoy?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Tolstoy. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tolstoy aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

In Tolstoy, the average day length in May is 14h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Tolstoy?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tolstoy, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:18 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tolstoy have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Tolstoy?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tolstoy is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average temperature in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average pressure in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average wind speed in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average humidity in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tolstoy, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average UV index in May - Tolstoy, 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 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Tolstoy, SD

Average visibility in May - Tolstoy, 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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