May weather forecast
Aurora, NE

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Weather in May

May ushers in pronounced warmth, nudging Aurora into the early stages of summer. Long, sunny afternoons become the norm, facilitating an array of outdoor activities and social gatherings. The weather remains pleasantly mild, with the distinct coolness of spring merging impeccably with the looming heat of Summer. As May progresses, anticipation of the upcoming summer months becomes increasingly palpable.

Temperature

Aurora's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) in April to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Aurora aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aurora, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Aurora in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and a low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Aurora, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Aurora?

In Aurora, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Aurora?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Aurora aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:57 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Aurora, NE

Average temperature in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Aurora, NE

Average pressure in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Aurora, NE

Average wind speed in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in May
Aurora, NE

Average humidity in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Aurora, NE

Average rainfall in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Aurora, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Aurora, NE

Average snowfall in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Aurora, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Aurora, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Aurora, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Aurora, NE

Average UV index in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Aurora, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Aurora, NE

Average visibility in May - Aurora, NE
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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