May weather forecast
Phillipsburg, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). In Phillipsburg, in May, the average low-temperature is a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Phillipsburg, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Phillipsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Phillipsburg aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.7 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Phillipsburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Phillipsburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

In Phillipsburg, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Phillipsburg in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Phillipsburg, is 69.6°F (20.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Phillipsburg?

The average relative humidity in May in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Phillipsburg in May?

In Phillipsburg, New Jersey, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Phillipsburg?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Phillipsburg. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Phillipsburg aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Phillipsburg is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Phillipsburg?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Phillipsburg?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Phillipsburg is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Phillipsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average temperature in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average UV index in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Phillipsburg, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Phillipsburg, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Phillipsburg, NJ

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

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

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