May weather in Florence, SD
The average temperature in Florence in May is 56.0°F (44.8°F–67.1°F). Average precipitation: 2.70 inches.
May is a spring month in Florence, and is warmer than the annual average of 42.7°F. Daily temperatures swing about 22.3°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 8 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 14h 39m. For travel, May is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
67.1°F
Avg Low
44.8°F
Precipitation
2.70 in
Daylight
14h 39m
May records in Florence
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 79.0°F (2018) | 28.9°F (2011) | 1.30 in (2006) |
| May 2 | 81.0°F (2012) | 27.0°F (2011) | 0.40 in (2008) |
| May 3 | 84.0°F (2015) | 26.1°F (2013) | 0.06 in (2019) |
| May 4 | 75.0°F (2012) | 21.0°F (2013) | 0.58 in (2024) |
| May 5 | 80.1°F (2018) | 33.1°F (2017) | 1.90 in (2020) |
| May 6 | 82.9°F (2016) | 34.0°F (2014) | 0.81 in (2012) |
| May 7 | 90.0°F (2016) | 34.0°F (2019) | 1.32 in (2024) |
| May 8 | 82.0°F (2017) | 30.0°F (2019) | 0.75 in (2022) |
| May 9 | 79.0°F (2017) | 28.9°F (2020) | 1.06 in (2003) |
| May 10 | 69.1°F (2013) | 30.9°F (2015) | 0.31 in (2006) |
| May 11 | 81.0°F (2011) | 28.0°F (2019) | 0.93 in (2008) |
| May 12 | 70.0°F (2011) | 28.0°F (2020) | 1.84 in (2022) |
| May 13 | 82.0°F (2017) | 23.0°F (2013) | 0.55 in (2023) |
| May 14 | 88.0°F (2013) | 34.0°F (2016) | 0.38 in (2003) |
| May 15 | 90.0°F (2013) | 28.9°F (2016) | 0.58 in (2025) |
| May 16 | 78.1°F (2018) | 28.0°F (2014) | 0.63 in (2025) |
| May 17 | 82.9°F (2018) | 23.0°F (2014) | 0.75 in (2004) |
| May 18 | 91.9°F (2012) | 32.0°F (2015) | 1.71 in (2019) |
| May 19 | 91.0°F (2012) | 32.0°F (2015) | 0.53 in (2013) |
| May 20 | 77.0°F (2012) | 36.0°F (2015) | 1.19 in (2025) |
| May 21 | 79.0°F (2014) | 34.0°F (2019) | 1.04 in (2013) |
| May 22 | 75.9°F (2016) | 35.1°F (2017) | 0.96 in (2024) |
| May 23 | 84.9°F (2012) | 34.0°F (2017) | 1.39 in (2007) |
| May 24 | 82.0°F (2014) | 39.0°F (2013) | 1.37 in (2006) |
| May 25 | 84.9°F (2018) | 37.0°F (2017) | 0.39 in (2004) |
| May 26 | 89.1°F (2018) | 43.0°F (2011) | 1.33 in (2009) |
| May 27 | 90.0°F (2018) | 36.0°F (2011) | 0.45 in (2012) |
| May 28 | 95.0°F (2018) | 36.0°F (2021) | 0.41 in (2021) |
| May 29 | 86.0°F (2018) | 44.1°F (2011) | 1.53 in (2011) |
| May 30 | 84.9°F (2014) | 37.9°F (2015) | 1.42 in (2004) |
| May 31 | 88.0°F (2014) | 35.1°F (2015) | 2.15 in (2022) |