Harrisonburg (VA)
May
Weather in Harrisonburg, Virginia for May 2026
Your guide to Harrisonburg weather in May - trends and predictions
The forecast for the next days in Harrisonburg predicts temperatures to be around 20 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Harrisonburg at the beginning of May is 20.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 21.3 °F by the end of May.
Harrisonburg experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 325.4 mm.
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7
Dry days
24
Rainy days
0
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21°/11°
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15 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Harrisonburg Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Harrisonburg
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May weather in Harrisonburg day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Light rain shower | 21° /10° | 3.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 2 |  Overcast | 22° /10° | 1.8 mm | 8 | |
| May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /8° | 2.1 mm | 7 | |
| May 4 |  Light rain | 19° /10° | 21.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 5 |  Fog | 22° /11° | 8.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 6 | Patchy rain possible | 26° /14° | 2.4 mm | 3.1 | |
| May 7 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 4.6 mm | 5.9 | |
| May 8 |  Sunny | 18° /1° | 0 mm | 0.7 | |
| May 9 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /6° | 1.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 10 | Sunny | 24° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 11 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /8° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 12 |  Partly cloudy | 22° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 13 | Partly cloudy | 27° /10° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /12° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 15 | Partly cloudy | 30° /16° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 16 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 1.8 mm | 3 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /11° | 3.2 mm | 3 | |
| May 18 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /8° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| May 19 | Sunny | 18° /4° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /11° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /11° | 28 mm | 5 | |
| May 22 |  Thundery outbreaks possible | 24° /11° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 23 | Light rain shower | 19° /10° | 6 mm | 5 | |
| May 24 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /9° | 0.8 mm | 6 | |
| May 25 |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /10° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 26 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 24° /12° | 5.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 27 | Patchy light drizzle | 20° /11° | 24.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Partly cloudy | 19° /10° | 12.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 29 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 30 |  Cloudy | 20° /11° | 31.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 21° /7° | 10 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Harrisonburg in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Harrisonburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Harrisonburg in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Harrisonburg during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 21° and cooler nights around 11°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Harrisonburg during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 325.4 mm is expected in Harrisonburg during May, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Harrisonburg during May?
The average wind speed in Harrisonburg during May is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Harrisonburg
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Typically, Harrisonburg has 24 rainy days in May with a total of 325.4 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Harrisonburg during May
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