May weather forecast
Bridgewater, SD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bridgewater, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50°F (10°C) and max 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Bridgewater records an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Bridgewater, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bridgewater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bridgewater aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 19.33" (491mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Bridgewater, 67.3°F (19.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 50°F (10°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bridgewater, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bridgewater aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bridgewater have in May?

In Bridgewater, the average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bridgewater have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average temperature in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°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 (9.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average pressure in May - Bridgewater, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average wind speed in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average humidity in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Bridgewater, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Bridgewater, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Bridgewater, SD

Average visibility in May - Bridgewater, 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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