Rapid City weather in May (South Dakota, United States of America)
Thinking of visiting Rapid City in May? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Rapid City includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 18°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.
Precipitation
Rapid City in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rapid City climate page with graphs.
Rapid City, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
112 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Rapid City, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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