May weather in Mitchell, SD
The average temperature in Mitchell in May is 59.5°F (48.7°F–70.3°F). Average precipitation: 3.69 inches.
May is a spring month in Mitchell, and is warmer than the annual average of 47.9°F. Daily temperatures swing about 21.6°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 12 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 14h 32m. For travel, May is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
70.3°F
Avg Low
48.7°F
Precipitation
3.69 in
Daylight
14h 32m
May records in Mitchell
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 87.1°F (2012) | 32.0°F (2004) | 0.50 in (2008) |
| May 2 | 84.0°F (2015) | 26.1°F (2005) | 0.12 in (2008) |
| May 3 | 82.0°F (2012) | 25.0°F (2005) | 0.03 in (2017) |
| May 4 | 82.0°F (2023) | 30.9°F (2008) | 1.67 in (2012) |
| May 5 | 98.1°F (2004) | 30.9°F (2008) | 1.96 in (2007) |
| May 6 | 91.0°F (2016) | 37.0°F (2013) | 1.21 in (2015) |
| May 7 | 86.0°F (2017) | 37.0°F (2010) | 0.31 in (2014) |
| May 8 | 87.1°F (2004) | 30.0°F (2020) | 1.14 in (2013) |
| May 9 | 91.9°F (2004) | 37.0°F (2015) | 0.50 in (2011) |
| May 10 | 89.1°F (2012) | 30.0°F (2020) | 1.79 in (2015) |
| May 11 | 90.0°F (2025) | 27.0°F (2020) | 0.78 in (2005) |
| May 12 | 93.0°F (2022) | 32.0°F (2006) | 0.55 in (2005) |
| May 13 | 91.9°F (2013) | 27.0°F (2020) | 0.74 in (2023) |
| May 14 | 93.9°F (2013) | 33.1°F (2016) | 0.22 in (2011) |
| May 15 | 82.0°F (2013) | 28.9°F (2014) | 1.78 in (2025) |
| May 16 | 82.9°F (2008) | 34.0°F (2014) | 3.14 in (2004) |
| May 17 | 93.9°F (2012) | 37.9°F (2014) | 0.87 in (2017) |
| May 18 | 93.9°F (2012) | 36.0°F (2015) | 0.20 in (2013) |
| May 19 | 84.0°F (2005) | 37.0°F (2015) | 1.16 in (2025) |
| May 20 | 86.0°F (2005) | 37.0°F (2017) | 1.09 in (2013) |
| May 21 | 86.0°F (2005) | 37.0°F (2017) | 1.21 in (2024) |
| May 22 | 91.9°F (2010) | 34.0°F (2022) | 1.26 in (2007) |
| May 23 | 91.0°F (2006) | 42.1°F (2013) | 1.10 in (2016) |
| May 24 | 91.0°F (2010) | 37.9°F (2017) | 0.69 in (2020) |
| May 25 | 84.9°F (2023) | 45.0°F (2004) | 0.55 in (2005) |
| May 26 | 88.0°F (2006) | 39.0°F (2022) | 0.94 in (2014) |
| May 27 | 91.9°F (2006) | 43.0°F (2007) | 0.74 in (2021) |
| May 28 | 98.1°F (2006) | 44.1°F (2005) | 1.31 in (2016) |
| May 29 | 93.9°F (2010) | 43.0°F (2005) | 0.87 in (2013) |
| May 30 | 91.9°F (2014) | 39.9°F (2015) | 2.11 in (2022) |
| May 31 | 90.0°F (2023) | 43.0°F (2012) | 0.52 in (2014) |