May weather forecast
Newton, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Newton, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Newton encounters an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Newton, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Newton, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.1 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Newton, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Newton in May has an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Newton, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newton aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Newton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Newton, NJ

Average temperature in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Newton, NJ

Average pressure in May - Newton, 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
Newton, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Newton, NJ

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Newton, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Newton, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newton, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newton, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in May
Newton, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Newton, NJ

Average UV index in May - Newton, 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
Newton, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Newton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Newton, NJ

Average visibility in May - Newton, 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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