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Harrisburg weather in May (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Harrisburg in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Harrisburg typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 23°C. But by evening, they drop to around 11°C.

Harrisburg in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 266 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Harrisburg. May, June, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Harrisburg climate page with graphs.

 

Harrisburg, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 118 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 266 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 60%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Harrisburg in May?

For visitors traveling to Harrisburg, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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