May weather forecast
Hackettstown, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Hackettstown, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Hackettstown's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). Hackettstown records an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hackettstown, in May, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hackettstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hackettstown aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.7 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hackettstown, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Hackettstown, the average high-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hackettstown?

In May, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout May, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hackettstown?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hackettstown aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hackettstown, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hackettstown have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average temperature in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average pressure in May - Hackettstown, 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
Hackettstown, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Hackettstown, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hackettstown, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average UV index in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Hackettstown, NJ

Average visibility in May - Hackettstown, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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