May weather forecast
Wessington Springs, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wessington Springs, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). May generally records an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wessington Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wessington Springs, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Wessington Springs, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wessington Springs in May?

In May, in Wessington Springs, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Wessington Springs, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Wessington Springs, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Wessington Springs, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wessington Springs have in May?

In Wessington Springs, South Dakota, the average day length in May is 14h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wessington Springs have in May?

In Wessington Springs, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average temperature in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average pressure in May - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average wind speed in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average humidity in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wessington Springs, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average UV index in May - Wessington Springs, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Wessington Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Wessington Springs, SD

Average visibility in May - Wessington Springs, 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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