May weather forecast
Harbeson, DE

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Weather in May

May in Harbeson brings the true spirit of spring. Rising temperatures, lush greenery, and increased daylight hours characterize the month. With temperatures swinging between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C), the warm and clear days invite outdoor activities. May offers a dry and pleasant respite from the preceding wet months.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, an average low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) is observed in Harbeson.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Harbeson, in May, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Harbeson, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.7 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Harbeson is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Harbeson, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month in Harbeson, Delaware, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout May, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harbeson have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Harbeson, DE

Average temperature in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Harbeson, DE

Average pressure in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Harbeson, DE

Average wind speed in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Harbeson, DE

Average humidity in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Harbeson, DE

Average rainfall in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Harbeson, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Harbeson, DE

Average snowfall in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Harbeson, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harbeson, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Harbeson, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Harbeson, DE

Average UV index in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Harbeson, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Harbeson, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Harbeson, DE

Average visibility in May - Harbeson, DE
  • 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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