May weather forecast
Wagner, SD

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Weather in May

May is when the full-blown Spring weather embraces Wagner, allowing more markedly warmer days. Nature is in full bloom, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities and sightseeing. May showers are frequent, offering a reprieve from the raising temperatures. A considerable rise in humidity is experienced with levels marked at around 69%. There is a significant leap in temperatures during May, with lows of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and highs touching 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature in Wagner displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). May nights observe an average temperature dip to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wagner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Wagner, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Wagner is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Wagner?

The high-temperature in Wagner during May is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wagner?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the rainiest month in Wagner?

The month with the most rainfall in Wagner is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wagner in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wagner?

May through September are months without snowfall in Wagner, South Dakota.

Does it snow in Wagner in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Wagner have in May?

In Wagner, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wagner?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wagner, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 9:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wagner?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Wagner?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wagner, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wagner, SD

Average temperature in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Wagner, SD

Average pressure in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"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
Wagner, SD

Average wind speed in May - Wagner, 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 (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Wagner, SD

Average humidity in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Wagner, SD

Average rainfall in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Wagner, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wagner, SD

Average snowfall in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wagner, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wagner, 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: 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: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wagner, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wagner, SD

Average UV index in May - Wagner, 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
Wagner, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Wagner, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Wagner, SD

Average visibility in May - Wagner, 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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