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Nebraska Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nebraska, the United States of America in May.

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Considering a trip to Nebraska, the United States of America this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nebraska in May

Nebraska, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. May in Nebraska generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Kimball at 19°C (66°F) and warm in McCook at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in McCook and 4°C (39°F) in Kimball.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nebraska, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Scottsbluff with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Lincoln with 149 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Omaha sees around 279 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Nebraska by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nebraska — and find the best time to visit. (based on Omaha)

January1°C (34°F) February2°C (36°F) March11°C (52°F) April17°C (63°F) May23°C (73°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October18°C (64°F) November11°C (52°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nebraska in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nebraska.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nebraska

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Nebraska, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Nebraska (May)

Precipitation variation in Nebraska (May)

Omaha

In May Omaha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
279 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Omaha →

Lincoln

In May Lincoln generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
273 hours
314 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lincoln →

Kearney

In May Kearney generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Kearney →

North Platte

In May North Platte generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in North Platte →

Grand Island

In May Grand Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nebraska in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Omaha 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Lincoln 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Kearney 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
North Platte 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Grand Island 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Sidney 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

Nebraska weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nebraska, the United States of America in May?

In May, Nebraska, the United States of America generally has pleasant weather conditions. Omaha sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Nebraska, the United States of America in May?

Average temperatures in Nebraska, the United States of America during May range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Omaha.

Does Nebraska, the United States of America get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Nebraska, the United States of America. Average rainfall in Omaha sits around 124 mm (4.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Nebraska, the United States of America?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Omaha, May might be a good time to visit Nebraska, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly perfect weather in Omaha. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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