May weather forecast
Paramus, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Paramus, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.2°F (11.8°C) and max 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

Paramus's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) is recorded in Paramus, New Jersey.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Paramus, New Jersey, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Paramus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.3 days and collects up to 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Paramus aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In Paramus, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Paramus, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Paramus, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) 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, Paramus aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Paramus?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Paramus have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Paramus, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Paramus, NJ

Average temperature in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Paramus, NJ

Average pressure in May - Paramus, 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
Paramus, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Paramus, NJ

Average humidity in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Paramus, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Paramus, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paramus, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Paramus, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paramus, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paramus, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Paramus, NJ

Average UV index in May - Paramus, 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
Paramus, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Paramus, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Paramus, NJ

Average visibility in May - Paramus, 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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