May weather forecast
Wantage, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wantage, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 68.4°F (20.2°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Throughout the May nights, Wantage encounters a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wantage aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wantage, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Wantage experiences an average high-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Wantage, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Wantage, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Wantage. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wantage aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Wantage, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wantage have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Wantage?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Wantage, NJ

Average temperature in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Wantage, NJ

Average pressure in May - Wantage, 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
Wantage, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Wantage, NJ

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Wantage, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Wantage, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wantage, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wantage, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Wantage, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wantage, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wantage, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Wantage, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Wantage, NJ

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Wantage, NJ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Wantage, NJ

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

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

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