May weather forecast
Edison, NJ

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Weather in May

Weather during May transitions into a more comfortable zone with a substantial rise in temperature. The increase in daylight hours causes a total disappearance of snowfall. The absence of snow creates more engaging outdoor scenarios where floral beauty intensifies. With May, Edison experiences a full bloom period, forming an enchanting atmosphere that is hard to miss.

Temperature

As May arrives, Edison's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Edison records an average low of 53.2°F (11.8°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Edison, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.9 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Edison, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Edison, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Edison in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Edison, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Edison, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Edison, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Edison have in May?

In Edison, the average day length in May is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edison have in May?

In Edison, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

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 intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Edison, NJ

Average temperature in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Edison, NJ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Edison, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Edison, NJ

Average humidity in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Edison, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Edison, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Edison, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Edison, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Edison, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Edison, NJ

Average UV index in May - Edison, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Edison, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Edison, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Edison, NJ

Average visibility in May - Edison, 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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