May weather forecast
Elgin, NE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Elgin, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Elgin's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C). Elgin cools down to an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Elgin is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elgin. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elgin aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Elgin, Nebraska, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elgin, Nebraska, is 14h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Elgin, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elgin in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Elgin, records 68.2°F (20.1°C), while the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elgin?

The average relative humidity in May in Elgin is 69%.

What is the wettest month in Elgin?

The month with the most rainfall in Elgin is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Elgin in May?

In Elgin, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Elgin?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elgin. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elgin aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In Elgin, the average day length in May is 14h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elgin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elgin, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elgin?

In Elgin, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elgin, NE

Average temperature in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Elgin, NE

Average pressure in May - Elgin, 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
Elgin, NE

Average wind speed in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Elgin, NE

Average humidity in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Elgin, NE

Average rainfall in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Elgin, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elgin, NE

Average snowfall in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elgin, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elgin, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Elgin, NE

Average UV index in May - Elgin, 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
Elgin, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Elgin, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Elgin, NE

Average visibility in May - Elgin, 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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