Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Hitchcock, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Hitchcock is 67%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Hitchcock, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Hitchcock, South Dakota, is 14h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Hitchcock, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In Hitchcock, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Hitchcock?
What is the average humidity in May in Hitchcock?
How many days does it rain in May in Hitchcock?
When it does not snow in Hitchcock?
Does it snow in Hitchcock in May?
How many hours of daylight does Hitchcock have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Hitchcock?
How long on average sun shines in May in Hitchcock?
What is the UV index reading in May in Hitchcock?
Average temperature in May
Hitchcock, 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 (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Hitchcock, 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
Hitchcock, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average humidity in May: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).
Average rainfall in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hitchcock, 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: 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Hitchcock, 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 February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Hitchcock, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in May
Hitchcock, 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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