May weather forecast
Dawson, NE

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

Dawson in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During May, Dawson's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall 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.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dawson, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dawson. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month in Dawson?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dawson, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in May?

The average day length in May in Dawson is 14h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dawson, NE

Average temperature in May - Dawson, 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).

Average pressure in May
Dawson, NE

Average pressure in May - Dawson, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Dawson, NE

Average wind speed in May - Dawson, 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).

Average humidity in May
Dawson, NE

Average humidity in May - Dawson, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawson, NE

Average rainfall in May - Dawson, 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").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawson, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Dawson, 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).

Average snowfall in May
Dawson, NE

Average snowfall in May - Dawson, 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").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawson, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Dawson, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawson, 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawson, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Dawson, 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).

Average UV index in May
Dawson, NE

Average UV index in May - Dawson, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Dawson, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Dawson, 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).

Average visibility in May
Dawson, NE

Average visibility in May - Dawson, 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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