May weather forecast
Harrisburg, NE

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Weather in May

May sees a further increase in temperature, touching an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C). This month is known to have the highest rainfall in the year, nearly doubling the amount compared to the previous month. Despite the rise in temperature, the optimum wind speed provides a pleasant contrast. Days become much longer, allowing for more sun exposure. However, increased cloud cover can sometimes restrict the direct sunshine.

Temperature

As Harrisburg enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) of April to a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). An average minimum temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 58%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Harrisburg. May is the last month it regularly snows in Harrisburg. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Harrisburg aggregates 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Harrisburg, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Harrisburg is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Harrisburg in May?

In Harrisburg, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Harrisburg?

The average relative humidity in May is 58%.

What is the wettest month in Harrisburg?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Harrisburg, Nebraska. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Harrisburg?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Harrisburg aggregates 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Harrisburg?

The average day length in May in Harrisburg is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Harrisburg?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Harrisburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Harrisburg, Nebraska, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average temperature in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average pressure in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average wind speed in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average humidity in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average humidity in May: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (46%).

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Average rainfall in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average rainfall in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average rainfall days in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average snowfall in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average snowfall days in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average sunshine days in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average UV index in May - Harrisburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average cloud cover in May - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Harrisburg, NE

Average visibility in May - Harrisburg, 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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