May weather forecast
River Vale, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in River Vale, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is observed during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In River Vale, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In River Vale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.9 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In River Vale, New Jersey, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 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

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In River Vale, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 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 River Vale, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
River Vale, NJ

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
River Vale, NJ

Average pressure in May - River Vale, 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 Vale, NJ

Average wind speed in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
River Vale, NJ

Average humidity in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
River Vale, NJ

Average rainfall in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
River Vale, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
River Vale, NJ

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
River Vale, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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 Vale, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - River Vale, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
River Vale, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
River Vale, NJ

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

Average cloud cover in May - River Vale, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
River Vale, NJ

Average visibility in May - River Vale, 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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