May weather forecast
Nebraska, USA

May marks the beginning of the wettest period in Nebraska, with the average precipitation increasing significantly. This month exhibits minimum temperatures from 45°F (7.2°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), and maximum temperatures ranging from 65°F (18.3°C) to 75°F (23.9°C).

The snowfall that characterized the earlier months has now completely receded, and the weather is dominated by rain. May is part of the wettest period, which peaks in June and July, and contributes to the overall moderate rainfall of 25" (635mm) experienced across the state.

In comparison to April, May presents a further increase in temperatures, offering a noticeable warmth that is indicative of the approaching summer. The wet conditions of May can lead to thunderstorms and occasionally tornadoes, especially in the eastern portion of the state, which is more humid than the west.

The blend of warmer temperatures and increased precipitation makes May a vibrant and lively month in Nebraska, with the landscapes responding to the rain and warmth. While the weather can be unpredictable due to the interaction of various air masses, May stands as a dynamic and essential transitional month, bridging the mild spring and the hot and humid summer that lies ahead.

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• Omaha - May »
  Throughout the year, in Omaha there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated. On the first day of May in Omaha, Nebraska, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:20 pm.
• Lincoln - May »
  Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lincoln, in May, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bellevue - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Bellevue, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT. In Bellevue, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.
• Grand Island - May »
  In Grand Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.3 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Grand Island aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.
• Kearney - May »
  In Kearney, during May, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Kearney, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:32 pm.
• Fremont - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Fremont is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Fremont is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.
• North Platte - May »
  On the last day of the month, in North Platte, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 9:08 pm CDT. In North Platte, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.
• Columbus - May »
  In Columbus in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.
• Papillion - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Papillion, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:49 pm CDT. In Papillion, Nebraska, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.
• La Vista - May »
  In La Vista, Nebraska, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In La Vista, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.