Omaha weather in May
May in Omaha averages 75°F by day and 53°F at night, with 4.7 inches of precipitation. It is the 5th-warmest and 1st-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 75°F+11° vs April
- Average low
- 53°F0 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.7 in8 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.1 in2 days at 90°F+
Is May a good time to visit Omaha?
May is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are June and September to October.
What to do in Omaha in May
Mix it up: Joslyn Art Museum, Lauritzen Gardens, Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters, Rose Blumkin Performing Arts Center. All things to do in Omaha.
On May 15 the sun rises at 6:05 am and sets at 8:35 pm, giving 14h 30m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Omaha in May
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
- An umbrella or rain jacket
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
May nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | 75°F | 53°F | 4.7 in | |
| Lincoln, NE | 49 mi | 75°F | 51°F | 4.9 in |
| Sioux City, IA | 89 mi | 72°F | 49°F | 3.9 in |
| Des Moines, IA | 127 mi | 72°F | 52°F | 5.2 in |
| Ankeny, IA | 128 mi | 72°F | 52°F | 5.2 in |
| Topeka, KS | 154 mi | 76°F | 55°F | 5.2 in |
| Lawrence, KS | 163 mi | 74°F | 56°F | 5.1 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Omaha in May?
In May, Omaha averages a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F, with 4.7 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is May a good time to visit Omaha?
May is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.7 inches of rain.
Does it snow in Omaha in May?
Rarely. The May snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: Omaha in April and Omaha in June. All twelve months: Omaha weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Omaha Eppley Airfield, NE, 4.9 miles from the city center.