May weather forecast
Kimball, NE

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Weather in May

With May's arrival, Kimball starts to appreciate the full flush of Spring. Highs climb steadily, and residents get to experience gentler winds and longer daylight hours. This month records the year's maximum rainfall, gathering up to 2.4 in, contributing to the lush greenery. However, the charm of May fades to make room for the summer sun anticipated in June.

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). In the month of May, Kimball experiences an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Kimball aggregates 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Kimball, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kimball, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Kimball aggregates 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

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

In Kimball, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kimball have in May?

In Kimball, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Kimball?

In Kimball, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Kimball, NE

Average temperature in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Kimball, NE

Average pressure in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kimball, NE

Average wind speed in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Kimball, NE

Average humidity in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (46%).

Average rainfall in May
Kimball, NE

Average rainfall in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Kimball, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kimball, NE

Average snowfall in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kimball, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kimball, 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: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kimball, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Kimball, NE

Average UV index in May - Kimball, 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
Kimball, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Kimball, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Kimball, NE

Average visibility in May - Kimball, 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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