May weather forecast
Franklin Lakes, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Franklin Lakes sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) is recorded during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.6 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Franklin Lakes aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Franklin Lakes, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Franklin Lakes is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Franklin Lakes, is 68.9°F (20.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Franklin Lakes, during May, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Franklin Lakes aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin Lakes have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin Lakes have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average temperature in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average pressure in May - Franklin Lakes, 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
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average humidity in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Average visibility in May - Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June and September (5mi).

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