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
The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Bristol usually reports an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) during the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bristol, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bristol, South Dakota. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Bristol aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Bristol, South Dakota, is 14h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Bristol, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
In Bristol, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Bristol?
What is the average humidity in May in Bristol?
How much does it rain in Bristol in May?
What is the last month it snows in Bristol?
How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bristol?
How long on average sun shines in May in Bristol?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Bristol?
Average temperature in May
Bristol, SD
- Average high temperature in May: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).
Average pressure in May
Bristol, SD
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bristol, SD
- Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Bristol, SD
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Bristol, SD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Bristol, SD
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bristol, SD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bristol, SD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bristol, SD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- 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: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bristol, SD
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Bristol, SD
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Bristol, SD
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Bristol, SD
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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