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Harvey weather in May (Louisiana, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Harvey in May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Harvey usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 29°C. At night, they generally drop to 21°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Harvey in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 279 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm November typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Harvey, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 146 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 279 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Harvey.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.