May weather forecast
Dorchester, NE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Dorchester, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). During the month of May, the temperature in Dorchester generally drops to a low average of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Dorchester is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dorchester, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dorchester, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dorchester. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dorchester aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Dorchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Dorchester, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dorchester, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Dorchester?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Dorchester, is 71.4°F (21.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

How much does it rain in Dorchester in May?

In Dorchester, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Dorchester?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dorchester. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dorchester aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dorchester?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dorchester?

On the first day of May in Dorchester, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dorchester?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Dorchester is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Dorchester?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dorchester, NE

Average temperature in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°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: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dorchester, NE

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Dorchester, NE

Average wind speed in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Dorchester, NE

Average humidity in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dorchester, NE

Average rainfall in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dorchester, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dorchester, NE

Average snowfall in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dorchester, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dorchester, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dorchester, NE

Average UV index in May - Dorchester, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dorchester, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Dorchester, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Dorchester, NE

Average visibility in May - Dorchester, 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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