May weather forecast
Lincoln, KS

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lincoln, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 75°F (23.9°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

As Lincoln, Kansas, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C) of April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Throughout May nights, Lincoln experiences a consistent temperature average of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the most humid months in Lincoln.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Lincoln is May, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lincoln aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lincoln, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lincoln, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lincoln in May?

The high-temperature during May is 75°F (23.9°C) and the low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Lincoln?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are most humid months in Lincoln.

What is the average humidity in May in Lincoln?

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

What is the wettest month in Lincoln?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lincoln, Kansas. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Lincoln?

In May, in Lincoln, Kansas, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lincoln?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lincoln. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lincoln aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In Lincoln, Kansas, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lincoln?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lincoln, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lincoln?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lincoln, Kansas, is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lincoln, KS

Average temperature in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Lincoln, KS

Average pressure in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"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
Lincoln, KS

Average wind speed in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Lincoln, KS

Average humidity in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, KS

Average rainfall in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, KS

Average rainfall days in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, KS

Average snowfall in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, KS

Average snowfall days in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lincoln, KS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, KS

Average sunshine days in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Lincoln, KS

Average UV index in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lincoln, KS

Average cloud cover in May - Lincoln, KS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Lincoln, KS

Average visibility in May - Lincoln, KS
  • 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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