May weather forecast
Sidney, NE

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Weather in May

The month of May in Sidney, Nebraska trumpets the arrival of a much-awaited summer. Marked by balmy afternoons and abundant blossoming across parks and gardens, May signals the beginning of a vibrant season in town. Delightful weather conditions encourage residents to take advantage of various outdoor activities and events on offer. The perceivable increase in temperature, backed by longer sunshine hours, marks the onset of picnic season. Basking under the golden sun, May ensures a joyous summer initiation, making it a perfect time to immerse in the city's outdoor ambience.

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). May in Sidney generally records an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.4 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sidney. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Sidney aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sidney, there are 39.5 snowfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sidney, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Sidney, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sidney in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sidney during May are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sidney?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sidney, Nebraska, is 59%.

What is the rainiest month in Sidney?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sidney in May?

In Sidney, Nebraska, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sidney?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Sidney aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sidney?

On the first day of May in Sidney, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sidney have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sidney?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sidney is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sidney, NE

Average temperature in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sidney, NE

Average pressure in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sidney, NE

Average wind speed in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sidney, NE

Average humidity in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sidney, NE

Average rainfall in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sidney, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sidney, NE

Average snowfall in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sidney, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sidney, 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: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sidney, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sidney, NE

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
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
Sidney, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Sidney, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in May
Sidney, NE

Average visibility in May - Sidney, 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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