May weather forecast
White Butte, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in White Butte, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In White Butte, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In White Butte, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in White Butte are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, White Butte aggregates 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In White Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in White Butte is 14h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In White Butte, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in White Butte is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in White Butte?

An average high-temperature, in May, in White Butte, is 64.9°F (18.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in White Butte?

The average relative humidity in May in White Butte is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May in White Butte?

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in White Butte?

May is the last month it regularly snows in White Butte. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, White Butte aggregates 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in White Butte?

In White Butte, the average day length in May is 14h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in White Butte?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Butte, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does White Butte have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in White Butte?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in White Butte, South Dakota, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
White Butte, SD

Average temperature in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in May
White Butte, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
White Butte, SD

Average wind speed in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in May
White Butte, SD

Average humidity in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in May
White Butte, SD

Average rainfall in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
White Butte, SD

Average rainfall days in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
White Butte, SD

Average snowfall in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
White Butte, SD

Average snowfall days in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
White Butte, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
White Butte, SD

Average sunshine days in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
White Butte, SD

Average UV index in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
White Butte, SD

Average cloud cover in May - White Butte, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
White Butte, SD

Average visibility in May - White Butte, 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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