May weather forecast
Pine Ridge, SD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Pine Ridge sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). Pine Ridge witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Pine Ridge is 62%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Pine Ridge. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Pine Ridge aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pine Ridge, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pine Ridge, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Pine Ridge is 9.6h.

UV index

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Pine Ridge?

In May, in Pine Ridge, the average high-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pine Ridge?

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

What is the wettest month in Pine Ridge?

The month with the most rainfall in Pine Ridge is May, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Pine Ridge in May?

In Pine Ridge, in May, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Pine Ridge?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Pine Ridge aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Pine Ridge?

The average day length in May in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, is 14h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Pine Ridge?

On the first day of May in Pine Ridge, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pine Ridge have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Pine Ridge is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Pine Ridge?

In Pine Ridge, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average temperature in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average pressure in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average wind speed in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average humidity in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average UV index in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Pine Ridge, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in May
Pine Ridge, SD

Average visibility in May - Pine Ridge, 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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