May weather forecast
Ridgewood, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ridgewood, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66°F (18.9°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). The average temperature during May nights in Ridgewood is registered at a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

February, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ridgewood, in May, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.8 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgewood, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ridgewood is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Ridgewood, 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 8.9h.

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: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ridgewood?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ridgewood, records 66°F (18.9°C), while the low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Ridgewood?

February, May and June, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Ridgewood.

What is the average humidity in May in Ridgewood?

The average relative humidity in May in Ridgewood is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ridgewood in May?

In May, in Ridgewood, New Jersey, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ridgewood?

May through November are months without snowfall in Ridgewood.

Does it snow in Ridgewood in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgewood have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ridgewood?

On the first day of May in Ridgewood, 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 long on average sun shines in May in Ridgewood?

In Ridgewood, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Ridgewood?

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
Ridgewood, NJ

Average temperature in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average pressure in May - Ridgewood, 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
Ridgewood, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average humidity in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and June (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgewood, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average UV index in May - Ridgewood, 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
Ridgewood, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgewood, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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 28).

Average visibility in May
Ridgewood, NJ

Average visibility in May - Ridgewood, 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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