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Omaha, NE Weather on May 26
May 26th in Omaha, NE typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 55°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2018 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1992 (47°F) — a 32°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 52% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 7.87" of rain. The last decade has been 6.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Omaha, NE? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Omaha
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Omaha, NE is 94°F, set in 2018.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 41°F in 2002.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 1 of the last 54 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 26th was 9°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Omaha?
The warmest May 26 in Omaha, NE reached 94°F in 2018. That is 20°F above the long-term average high of 74°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Omaha?
The coldest May 26 in Omaha, NE dropped to 41°F in 2002. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 55°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Omaha?
On May 26, Omaha averages a high of 74°F and a low of 55°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from OMAHA #1.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Omaha?
We have 54 years of weather records for May 26 in Omaha, NE, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Omaha
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 78°F | 58°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2023 | 81°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 51°F | 48°F | 1.8" | -- |
| 2021 | 83°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 65°F | 59°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2019 | 73°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 94°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 74°F | 52°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2016 | 79°F | 57°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2015 | 81°F | 58°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2014 | 80°F | 64°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 2013 | 72°F | 54°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2012 | 74°F | 57°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2011 | 60°F | 46°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 2010 | 80°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 88°F | 60°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2007 | 69°F | 54°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2006 | 80°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 76°F | 49°F | 1.75" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 49°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2003 | 72°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 69°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 69°F | 51°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2000 | 69°F | 54°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 1999 | 78°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 71°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 59°F | 49°F | -- | -- |
| 1996 | 56°F | 49°F | 3.23" | -- |
| 1995 | 68°F | 53°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1993 | 76°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 54°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 83°F | 63°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1990 | 73°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 66°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 82°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 68°F | 60°F | 7.87" | -- |
| 1986 | 71°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 84°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 64°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 74°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 70°F | 57°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 1981 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 86°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 80°F | 57°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1978 | 82°F | 66°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 61°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1976 | 73°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 71°F | 51°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1974 | 74°F | 57°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1973 | 68°F | 55°F | 1.83" | -- |
| 1972 | 85°F | 60°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1971 | 65°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: OMAHA #1
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Omaha, NE, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.