May weather forecast
West Orange, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in West Orange, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in West Orange's average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). West Orange anticipates an average minimum temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in West Orange is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Orange, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Orange, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

In West Orange, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Orange in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in West Orange, New Jersey, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Orange?

In West Orange, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Orange, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in West Orange 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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Orange, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In West Orange, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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
West Orange, NJ

Average temperature in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in May
West Orange, NJ

Average pressure in May - West Orange, 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
West Orange, NJ

Average wind speed in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Orange, NJ

Average humidity in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in May
West Orange, NJ

Average rainfall in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
West Orange, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Orange, NJ

Average snowfall in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Orange, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Orange, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Orange, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Orange, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
West Orange, NJ

Average UV index in May - West Orange, 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
West Orange, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - West Orange, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
West Orange, NJ

Average visibility in May - West Orange, 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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