May weather forecast
Keystone, SD

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Weather in May

As May rolls around, Keystone residents can finally bask in the warmth of the Spring season. Substantial rainfall of 3.11" (79mm) becomes evident in the city's weather records, making this the peak rainfall month of the year. People can fully enjoy the refreshing season as longer daylight hours and ascending temperatures make conditions favorable for outdoor activities. The gutters sing with rainfall as the smell of wet earth fills the air. As May morphs into June, Keystone looks forward to the much-awaited onset of summer, bringing longer, sunnier and drier days.

Temperature

May's arrival in Keystone signals a temperature shift, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in April to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) is expected in Keystone.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Keystone, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Keystone, South Dakota. During 3.4 snowfall days, in May, Keystone aggregates 4.09" (104mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Keystone, there are 75.1 snowfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Keystone, South Dakota, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Keystone is 10.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Keystone, South Dakota, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Keystone in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Keystone, South Dakota, are 61°F (16.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Keystone?

The average relative humidity in May in Keystone, South Dakota, is 66%.

How much does it rain in Keystone in May?

In Keystone, South Dakota, in May, during 18.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Keystone?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.4 snowfall days, in May, Keystone aggregates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Keystone, South Dakota, is 14h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Keystone?

On the first day of May in Keystone, South Dakota, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Keystone have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Keystone is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Keystone?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Keystone is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Keystone, SD

Average temperature in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Keystone, SD

Average pressure in May - Keystone, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Keystone, SD

Average wind speed in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Keystone, SD

Average humidity in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

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Average rainfall in May
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Keystone, SD

Average rainfall days in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall in May: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Keystone, SD

Average snowfall days in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 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
Keystone, SD

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

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: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Keystone, SD

Average sunshine days in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Keystone, SD

Average UV index in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Keystone, SD

Average cloud cover in May - Keystone, SD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Keystone, SD

Average visibility in May - Keystone, 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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