May weather forecast
Merriman, NE

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of summer in Merriman, Nebraska, with the mercury rising to an average high of 65.1°F (18.4°C). This month experiences a significant increase in temperatures from April, marking the transition from spring to summer. As a result, the days become comfortably warm and residents slowly retire their winter clothing. An interesting occurrence in May is its alternating weather patterns, with some days being sun-drenched and others overcast with rain showers. Despite the rainfall, locals can enjoy their outdoors as rainfall days only reach 15 per month.

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a still refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). In May, Merriman's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Merriman aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Merriman, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.3 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In Merriman, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Merriman, in May, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Merriman in May?

In Merriman, Nebraska, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Merriman aggregates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Merriman, the average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merriman have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Merriman?

In Merriman, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from 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
Merriman, NE

Average temperature in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.1°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Merriman, NE

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Merriman, NE

Average wind speed in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Merriman, NE

Average humidity in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Merriman, NE

Average rainfall in May - Merriman, 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 (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Merriman, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Merriman, NE

Average snowfall in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.17"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Merriman, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Merriman, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Merriman, NE

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Merriman, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Merriman, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Merriman, NE

Average visibility in May - Merriman, 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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