May weather forecast
Fort Dix, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Fort Dix, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Fort Dix sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Fort Dix observes an average nighttime temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

In Fort Dix, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fort Dix, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Dix are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Fort Dix aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Fort Dix, is 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Fort Dix aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Dix have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Dix have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average temperature in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average pressure in May - Fort Dix, 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
Fort Dix, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average humidity in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Dix, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average UV index in May - Fort Dix, 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
Fort Dix, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Dix, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Fort Dix, NJ

Average visibility in May - Fort Dix, 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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