May weather forecast
Sykesville, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Sykesville, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.3°F (21.3°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). The nighttime temperature in Sykesville dips to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sykesville is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sykesville, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.9 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Sykesville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Sykesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sykesville is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sykesville?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sykesville?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sykesville in May?

In Sykesville, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sykesville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Sykesville aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sykesville have in May?

The average day length in May in Sykesville, New Jersey, is 14h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sykesville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sykesville, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sykesville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sykesville?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sykesville?

In Sykesville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average temperature in May - Sykesville, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average pressure in May - Sykesville, 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
Sykesville, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Sykesville, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Sykesville, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Sykesville, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Sykesville, NJ

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Sykesville, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sykesville, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average UV index in May - Sykesville, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sykesville, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Sykesville, NJ

Average visibility in May - Sykesville, 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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