May weather forecast
Highland Lakes, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Highland Lakes, New Jersey, is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Highland Lakes, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highland Lakes are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Highland Lakes aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Highland Lakes, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Highland Lakes is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Highland Lakes?

In Highland Lakes, 68°F (20°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.9°F (9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Highland Lakes?

In May, the average relative humidity in Highland Lakes is 80%.

How much does it rain in Highland Lakes in May?

In Highland Lakes, New Jersey, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Highland Lakes?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Highland Lakes. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Highland Lakes aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Highland Lakes?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Highland Lakes?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Highland Lakes?

The average sunshine duration in May in Highland Lakes is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Highland Lakes?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Highland Lakes is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average temperature in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average pressure in May - Highland 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
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average humidity in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Highland 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average UV index in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Highland Lakes, NJ

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

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

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