May weather forecast
Harvard, NE

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Harvard, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Harvard. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Harvard aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Harvard, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Harvard is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 71.4°F (21.9°C) and the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Harvard, during May, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Harvard aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harvard have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Harvard, NE

Average pressure in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Harvard, NE

Average wind speed in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Harvard, NE

Average humidity in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Harvard, NE

Average rainfall in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Harvard, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Harvard, NE

Average snowfall in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Harvard, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harvard, NE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Harvard, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Harvard, NE

Average UV index in May - Harvard, 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
Harvard, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Harvard, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Harvard, NE

Average visibility in May - Harvard, 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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