May weather forecast
North Bergen, NJ

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Weather in May

May signals the transition from spring to the early stages of summer in North Bergen. Increased daylight, coupled with a noticeable jump in average high temperatures, reaching 68.5°F (20.3°C), indicates the warming trend. Cloud cover also decreases slightly, providing clearer skies for residents to enjoy. Despite the warming trend, rainfall continues to characterize May, requiring some need for rain-friendly activities.

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, North Bergen witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In North Bergen, during May, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.4 rainfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In North Bergen, 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 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

North Bergen in May has an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in North Bergen is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In North Bergen, in May, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In North Bergen, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In North Bergen, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In North Bergen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value 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
North Bergen, NJ

Average temperature in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average pressure in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average wind speed in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average humidity in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average rainfall in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average snowfall in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Bergen, 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 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.1 days).

Average UV index in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average UV index in May - North Bergen, 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
North Bergen, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
North Bergen, NJ

Average visibility in May - North Bergen, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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