May weather forecast
Wood Lake, NE

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wood Lake, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). During May nights, Wood Lake records an average temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Wood Lake, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wood Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.2 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Wood Lake, Nebraska. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Wood Lake aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Wood Lake, Nebraska, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Wood Lake?

Wood Lake in May has an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wood Lake?

In Wood Lake, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

How many days does it rain in May in Wood Lake?

In May, in Wood Lake, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Wood Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Wood Lake aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Wood Lake?

In Wood Lake, Nebraska, the average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Wood Lake?

On the first day of May in Wood Lake, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:11 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wood Lake?

The average sunshine duration in May in Wood Lake, Nebraska, is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Wood Lake?

In Wood Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average temperature in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average pressure in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average wind speed in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average humidity in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average rainfall in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average snowfall in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wood Lake, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average UV index in May - Wood Lake, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Wood Lake, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Wood Lake, NE

Average visibility in May - Wood Lake, 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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