May weather forecast
Hopewell, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Hopewell, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) marks the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hopewell, during May, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Hopewell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.3 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Hopewell aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 70.3°F (21.3°C) and the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 0.83" (21mm) 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, Hopewell aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Hopewell, New Jersey, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hopewell have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

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?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Hopewell, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average pressure in May - Hopewell, 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
Hopewell, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average humidity in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

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
Hopewell, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hopewell, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Hopewell, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in May
Hopewell, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Hopewell, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Hopewell, NJ

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

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

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