May weather forecast
River Edge, NJ

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

River Edge in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In River Edge, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in River Edge, is 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in River Edge in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In River Edge, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in River Edge?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 River Edge have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - River Edge, 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 (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
River Edge, NJ

Average pressure in May - River Edge, 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
River Edge, NJ

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

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

Average humidity in May
River Edge, NJ

Average humidity in May - River Edge, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in May
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
River Edge, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
River Edge, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
River Edge, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - River Edge, 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 3min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
River Edge, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
River Edge, NJ

Average UV index in May - River Edge, 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
River Edge, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - River Edge, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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

Average visibility in May
River Edge, NJ

Average visibility in May - River Edge, 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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