May weather forecast
Cologne, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cologne, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

Cologne's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Cologne, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Cologne, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cologne, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cologne, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Cologne in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Cologne, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Cologne, NJ

Average pressure in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cologne, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cologne, NJ

Average humidity in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Cologne, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Cologne, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cologne, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cologne, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cologne, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cologne, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cologne, NJ

Average UV index in May - Cologne, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cologne, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Cologne, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Cologne, NJ

Average visibility in May - Cologne, 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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