May weather forecast
Gretna, NE

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Weather in May

May comes with an assurance of warmer temperatures that range between a comfortable 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Lush green terrains signal the arrival of summer as Gretna moves past the chill of winter and the tenderness of spring. The daylight stretches, filling the city with an exuberance characteristic of summer. As May rolls on, Gretna wears the splendid attire of a summer-in-waiting.

Temperature

May in Gretna brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Gretna, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gretna, Nebraska, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gretna aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gretna, Nebraska, there are 30 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gretna, Nebraska, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gretna is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gretna in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gretna, Nebraska, during May are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Gretna?

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

How much does it rain in Gretna in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gretna?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gretna aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in May?

In May, the average day length in Gretna is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gretna?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gretna, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gretna have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Gretna?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gretna is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gretna, NE

Average temperature in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Gretna, NE

Average pressure in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Gretna, NE

Average wind speed in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Gretna, NE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gretna, NE

Average rainfall in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

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

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Average rainfall days in May
Gretna, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gretna, NE

Average snowfall in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Gretna, NE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Gretna, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gretna, 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: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gretna, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gretna, NE

Average UV index in May - Gretna, 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
Gretna, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Gretna, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Gretna, NE

Average visibility in May - Gretna, 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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