May weather forecast
Stanhope, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Stanhope, New Jersey, with an average temperature varying between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stanhope, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stanhope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.3 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stanhope aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.2 snowfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Stanhope, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, in Stanhope, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Stanhope, New Jersey, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Stanhope, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Stanhope experiences an average high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Stanhope, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Stanhope aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanhope have in May?

In Stanhope, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Stanhope?

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

Average temperature in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average pressure in May - Stanhope, 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
Stanhope, NJ

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Stanhope, NJ

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stanhope, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Stanhope, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Stanhope, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Stanhope, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Stanhope, NJ

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

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

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