May weather forecast
Somerville, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Somerville, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

As Somerville transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). During May, Somerville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Somerville, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Somerville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Somerville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Somerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Somerville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In Somerville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Somerville, records 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Somerville, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Somerville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Somerville, NJ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Somerville, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Somerville, NJ

Average humidity in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Somerville, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Somerville, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Somerville, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Somerville, NJ

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Somerville, 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 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
Somerville, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Somerville, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Somerville, NJ

Average UV index in May - Somerville, 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
Somerville, NJ

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Somerville, NJ

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

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

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