May weather forecast
Westport, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Westport, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

As Westport welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During the month of May, Westport experiences a steady low-temperature average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Westport, South Dakota, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Westport. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Westport aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Westport, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Westport, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Westport, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Westport?

The high-temperature in Westport during May is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Westport?

In May, the average relative humidity in Westport is 66%.

How much does it rain in Westport in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Westport?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Westport. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Westport aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westport have in May?

The average day length in May in Westport is 14h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Westport?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 9:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Westport?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Westport, South Dakota, is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Westport?

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

Average temperature in May - Westport, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Westport, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Westport, SD

Average wind speed in May - Westport, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Westport, SD

Average humidity in May - Westport, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Westport, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Westport, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Westport, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westport, SD

Average snowfall in May - Westport, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westport, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westport, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westport, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Westport, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Westport, SD

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

Average cloud cover in May
Westport, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Westport, SD

Average visibility in May - Westport, 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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