May weather forecast
White, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in White, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In White, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In White, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in White are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in White. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, White aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In White, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in White is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in White, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. 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. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for White in May?

The high-temperature during May is 65.8°F (18.8°C) and the low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in White?

In White, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How much does it rain in White in May?

In White, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in White?

May is the last month it regularly snows in White, South Dakota. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, White aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in White, South Dakota, is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in White?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in White, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in White?

In May, the average sunshine duration in White, South Dakota, is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in White?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in White is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
White, SD

Average temperature in May - White, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in May
White, SD

Average pressure in May - White, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
White, SD

Average wind speed in May - White, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in May
White, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
White, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
White, SD

Average rainfall days in May - White, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
White, SD

Average snowfall in May - White, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
White, SD

Average snowfall days in May - White, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
White, SD

Average sunshine days in May - White, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
White, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
White, SD

Average cloud cover in May - White, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
White, SD

Average visibility in May - White, 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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