May weather forecast
Cherry Hill, NJ

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Weather in May

There's a significant escalation in the overall warmth with the arrival of May, as Cherry Hill moves into the heart of spring. Bright sunshine with warm days is a prominent feature of this month. Humidity starts taking a toll, making temperatures feel warmer than they are. May marks the transition towards the hot summer season, signaled by increase in UV index. In summary, May sees a swell in temperatures, making it vital to stay hydrated and apply generous amounts of sunscreen.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Cherry Hill brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In Cherry Hill, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Cherry Hill, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cherry Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.5 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Cherry Hill aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Cherry Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cherry Hill, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cherry Hill?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cherry Hill, during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Cherry Hill aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Cherry Hill, the average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cherry Hill is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Cherry Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average temperature in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average pressure in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average humidity in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average UV index in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Cherry Hill, NJ

Average visibility in May - Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 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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