May weather forecastPapillion, NE
May
Weather in May
May brings about a notable change in Papillion's climate, transitioning from the mild spring towards the warmer summer months. The noteworthy feature this month is the amount of rainfall, recording a high of 3.35" (85mm). Humidity levels start to creep up altering the feeling of the weather, and providing conditions conducive to expansive plant growth. It signifies the end of the spring season, and residents can feel the comforting warmth of summer approaching. Amid this transformation, May serves as a delightful period for both leisure and work-related outdoor activities.Temperature
In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). During May, Papillion records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In Papillion, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Papillion aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Papillion, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Papillion, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Papillion, NE
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Papillion, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Papillion, NE
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Papillion, 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 (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Papillion, NE
- Average rainfall in May: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Papillion, 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 (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Papillion, NE
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Papillion, NE
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Papillion, NE
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 48min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Papillion, NE
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Papillion, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Papillion, NE
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Papillion, 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).





