May weather forecast
Petersburg, NE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Petersburg, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). During May, Petersburg records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Petersburg, Nebraska, is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Petersburg. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Petersburg aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Petersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 14.06" (357mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Petersburg is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Petersburg, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Petersburg, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Petersburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Petersburg during May are 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Petersburg?

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

What is the wettest month in Petersburg?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Petersburg. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Petersburg in May?

In May, in Petersburg, Nebraska, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Petersburg?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Petersburg, Nebraska. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Petersburg aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Petersburg, Nebraska, is 14h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Petersburg?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Petersburg, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Petersburg?

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

Average temperature in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°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: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Petersburg, NE

Average pressure in May - Petersburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Petersburg, NE

Average wind speed in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Petersburg, NE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in May
Petersburg, NE

Average rainfall in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Petersburg, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Petersburg, 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 (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Petersburg, NE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Petersburg, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Petersburg, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Petersburg, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Petersburg, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Petersburg, NE

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Petersburg, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Petersburg, NE

Average visibility in May - Petersburg, 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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