May weather forecast
Seward, NE

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Weather in May

As May comes around in Seward, temperatures increase, with average highs reaching 70.9°F (21.6°C) and lows settling around 53.1°F (11.7°C). Comparatively to the previous month, the weather in May is noticeably warmer. This is the start of the comfortable warm weather enjoyed by the city, with a relative humidity of 71% indicating moist conditions. Additionally, May experiences the highest rainfall for the year, which contributes to the green landscape. This month portends the onset of Seward's vibrant summer season, with city dwellers and visitors alike basking in longer, sun-drenched days.

Temperature

Seward in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 53.1°F (11.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

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, Seward aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Seward, Nebraska, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.3 days and aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Seward, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, in Seward, Nebraska, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Seward, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures in Seward vary between a high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and a low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Seward?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Seward, Nebraska, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Seward?

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

How many hours of daylight does Seward have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Seward?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Seward, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Seward, NE

Average temperature in May - Seward, 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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Seward, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"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
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Average wind speed in May - Seward, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - Seward, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Seward, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Seward, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
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 - Seward, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Seward, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Seward, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Seward, 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 - Seward, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Seward, 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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