May weather forecast
Sterling Woods, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Sterling Woods, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average low of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

As Sterling Woods transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Sterling Woods records a slight downturn to an average a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sterling Woods, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Sterling Woods, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) and a low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sterling Woods, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling Woods, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling Woods have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sterling Woods?

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

Average temperature in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average pressure in May - Sterling Woods, 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
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average humidity in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average UV index in May - Sterling Woods, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling Woods, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Sterling Woods, NJ

Average visibility in May - Sterling Woods, 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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