May weather forecast
Laurel, NE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Laurel, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). During May, Laurel experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and June, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of rainfall.

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, Laurel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. 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. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Laurel in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Laurel, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Laurel, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Laurel. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Laurel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

In Laurel, the average day length in May is 14h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Laurel, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Laurel, NE

Average temperature in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Laurel, NE

Average pressure in May - Laurel, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Laurel, NE

Average wind speed in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Laurel, NE

Average humidity in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Laurel, NE

Average rainfall in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Laurel, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Laurel, NE

Average snowfall in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Laurel, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Laurel, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Laurel, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Laurel, NE

Average UV index in May - Laurel, NE
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Laurel, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Laurel, NE

Average visibility in May - Laurel, 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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