May weather forecast
York, NE

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Weather in May

May signals the imminent arrival of summer for York as the spring season gently fades. The weather changes are apparent, with an escalation in temperature and a decrease in rainfall compared to April, conditions ripe for outdoor activities. Though May is not the hottest month, the enhanced sunlight intensity and lengthened days herald the approaching summer. May's standout feature is the sharp increase in temperature, reaching a high of 70.9°F (21.6°C). May's weather paints a vivid scenery of York, Nebraska with clear blue skies, flourishing greenery and pleasant temperatures.

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in York averages to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in York. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in York are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, York aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in York, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in York, Nebraska, is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in York, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In York, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in York is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in York in May?

York in May has an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in York?

The average relative humidity in May in York, Nebraska, is 69%.

What is the rainiest month in York?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in York in May?

In York, Nebraska, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in York?

May is the last month it regularly snows in York, Nebraska. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, York aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does York have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in York?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in York?

The average sunshine duration in May in York, Nebraska, is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in York?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in York is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
York, NE

Average temperature in May - York, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - York, 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
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Average wind speed in May - York, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - York, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
York, NE

Average rainfall in May - York, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - York, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
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Average snowfall in May - York, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
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 - York, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
York, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - York, 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: 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: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
York, NE

Average sunshine days in May - York, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
York, NE

Average UV index in May - York, 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 - York, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
York, NE

Average visibility in May - York, 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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