May weather forecast
North Platte, NE

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A large colorful farm home in green and white, owned by Buffalo Bill located in North Platte, Nebraska

Weather in May

May marks a significant breakaway from winter, with notable temperature increase and the complete disappearance of snow. Humidity leaps to 64%, fostering a moisture-rich environment facilitating the thriving greenery. The average low temperature climbs to 49.6°F (9.8°C), demonstrating the significant warming progress. Daylight hours extend to 14.5 hours, offering extended periods for daytime activities. The pleasant weather conditions promote outdoor pursuits.

Temperature

May brings a rise in North Platte's average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). In North Platte, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 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 0.4 snowfall days, in May, North Platte aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In North Platte, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, North Platte experiences an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in North Platte. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In North Platte, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, North Platte aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Platte have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 9:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Platte have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
North Platte, NE

Average temperature in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
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Average wind speed in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - North Platte, 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 (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
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Average snowfall in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
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Average snowfall days in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
North Platte, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Platte, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Platte, NE

Average sunshine days in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - North Platte, 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
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Average cloud cover in May - North Platte, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - North Platte, 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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