May weather forecast
Salem, NE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Salem, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) is recorded in Salem.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Salem, Nebraska, is May, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Salem.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Salem is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Salem, Nebraska. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Salem?

In Salem, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Salem?

In May, the average relative humidity in Salem is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Salem?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Salem, Nebraska. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Salem in May?

In Salem, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Salem?

In Salem, Nebraska, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Salem in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Salem, Nebraska, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Salem?

On the first day of May in Salem, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in May?

In Salem, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Salem?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Salem, Nebraska.

How high is the UV index in May in Salem?

In Salem, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Salem, NE

Average temperature in May - Salem, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Salem, NE

Average pressure in May - Salem, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Salem, NE

Average wind speed in May - Salem, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Salem, NE

Average humidity in May - Salem, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in May
Salem, NE

Average rainfall in May - Salem, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Salem, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Salem, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Salem, NE

Average snowfall in May - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Salem, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salem, NE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Salem, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Salem, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in May
Salem, NE

Average UV index in May - Salem, NE
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Salem, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Salem, NE

Average visibility in May - Salem, 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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