May weather forecast
Union Center, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Union Center, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63°F (17.2°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 44.6°F (7°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Union Center aggregates 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Union Center, 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 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

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 average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 63°F (17.2°C) and the low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Union Center?

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

What is the rainiest month in Union Center?

The month with the most rainfall in Union Center 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 Union Center, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Union Center have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Union Center have in May?

In Union Center, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Union Center, SD

Average temperature in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average pressure in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average wind speed in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average humidity in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average rainfall in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average snowfall in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average UV index in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Union Center, 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
Union Center, SD

Average visibility in May - Union Center, 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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