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United StatesThe weather in May in Wind Cave National Park
It's cool to moderate in May in Wind Cave National Park with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 8°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Wind Cave National Park. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2014, Wind Cave National Park reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,8 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Wind Cave National Park
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wind Cave National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Wind Cave National Park | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 2,8 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 2 days | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Wind Cave National Park with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 15°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Wind Cave National Park is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Wind Cave National Park
Temperature in May in Wind Cave National Park over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Wind Cave National Park
Total precipitation in May in Wind Cave National Park over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in Wind Cave National Park
Snowfall in May in Wind Cave National Park per year
Daily UV index in May in Wind Cave National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Wind Cave National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Wind Cave National Park by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wind Cave National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.