Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). The average temperature drops to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
In Harrisburg, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Harrisburg, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.7 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Harrisburg, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Harrisburg are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Harrisburg in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Harrisburg?
How many days does it rain in May in Harrisburg?
When it does not snow in Harrisburg?
What is the average length of the day in May in Harrisburg?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Harrisburg?
How long on average sun shines in May in Harrisburg?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Harrisburg?
What is the UV index reading in May in Harrisburg?
Average temperature in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Harrisburg, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Harrisburg, NC
- 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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