May Rainfall and Precipitation in South Dakota
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in South Dakota, the United States of America in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
South Dakota precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does South Dakota, the United States of America receive in May?
Sioux Falls sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging around 91 mm (3.6 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in South Dakota, the United States of America in May?
Sioux Falls sees roughly 12 days rainy days during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in South Dakota, the United States of America?
May is generally a drier month for South Dakota, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in May in South Dakota, the United States of America?
Looking at our data, Deadwood tops the wettest-cities list in South Dakota, the United States of America for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 145 mm (5.7 in).
What is the driest city in May in South Dakota, the United States of America?
Watertown is the driest city we have data for in South Dakota, the United States of America in May, with monthly rainfall close to 73 mm (2.9 in).
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