May weather forecast
Utica, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Utica, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.9°F (10.5°C) and max 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) to Utica.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Utica is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Utica aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Utica is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Utica, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Utica aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Utica have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Utica?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Utica have in May?

In Utica, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Utica, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Utica, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Utica, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Utica, SD

Average humidity in May - Utica, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Utica, SD

Average rainfall in May - Utica, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Utica, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Utica, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Utica, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Utica, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Utica, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Utica, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Utica, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Utica, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Utica, SD

Average UV index in May - Utica, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Utica, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Utica, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Utica, SD

Average visibility in May - Utica, SD
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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