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
As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Harrisonburg experiences an average nighttime temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) in the month of May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Harrisonburg, Virginia. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Harrisonburg aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Harrisonburg, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Harrisonburg, Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.On the first day of May in Harrisonburg, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Harrisonburg is 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Harrisonburg?
What is the most humid month in Harrisonburg?
What is the average humidity in May in Harrisonburg?
What is the wettest month in Harrisonburg?
How much does it rain in Harrisonburg in May?
What is the last month it snows in Harrisonburg?
What is the average length of the day in May in Harrisonburg?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Harrisonburg?
How many hours of sunshine does Harrisonburg have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Harrisonburg?
Average temperature in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Harrisonburg, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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