May weather forecast
Grand Island, NE

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Weather in May

May stands out as a pivotal month in Grand Island, Nebraska -- a metaphoric gateway between spring and summer. The otherwise unpredictable weather patterns stabilize with more predicable warm, sunny days, ever-increasing daylight hours and pleasant breezes. The rainfall levels reach a yearly high of 3.27" (83mm), inducing the growth of lush vegetation in both urban parks and countryside. Come June, the transition to summer is nearly complete, offering ample opportunities for outdoor leisure.

Temperature

Grand Island's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) in April to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). An average temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded in Grand Island during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Grand Island, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Grand Island aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Grand Island, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Grand Island is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Grand Island, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the 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 Grand Island in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Grand Island, Nebraska, are 70.5°F (21.4°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Grand Island?

The average relative humidity in May in Grand Island, Nebraska, is 68%.

What is the rainiest month in Grand Island?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Grand Island. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Grand Island in May?

In Grand Island, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Grand Island?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grand Island have in May?

In Grand Island, Nebraska, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Grand Island?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand Island, Nebraska, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Island have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Grand Island is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Grand Island?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Island, Nebraska, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Grand Island, NE

Average temperature in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°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 (19°F).

Average pressure in May
Grand Island, NE

Average pressure in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Grand Island, NE

Average wind speed in May - Grand Island, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in May
Grand Island, NE

Average humidity in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Grand Island, NE

Average rainfall in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Grand Island, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Grand Island, NE

Average snowfall in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Grand Island, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Grand Island, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grand Island, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Grand Island, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Grand Island, NE

Average UV index in May - Grand Island, 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
Grand Island, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Grand Island, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Grand Island, NE

Average visibility in May - Grand Island, 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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