May weather forecast
Forked River, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Forked River, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Forked River's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). Forked River, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Forked River, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Forked River, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Forked River, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Forked River, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Forked River, is 65.7°F (18.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Forked River have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

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 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Forked River, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Forked River, NJ

Average temperature in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Forked River, NJ

Average pressure in May - Forked River, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Forked River, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Forked River, NJ

Average humidity in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
Forked River, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Forked River, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Forked River, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forked River, 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
Forked River, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Forked River, NJ

Average UV index in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Forked River, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Forked River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Forked River, NJ

Average visibility in May - Forked River, 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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