May weather forecast
New Providence, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Providence, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, New Providence sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.5 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In New Providence, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in New Providence, is 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in New Providence in May?

In May, in New Providence, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Providence?

In New Providence, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in New Providence in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does New Providence have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Providence, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Providence have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
New Providence, PA

Average temperature in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in May
New Providence, PA

Average pressure in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
New Providence, PA

Average wind speed in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
New Providence, PA

Average humidity in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
New Providence, PA

Average rainfall in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

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

Average rainfall days in May
New Providence, PA

Average rainfall days in May - New Providence, PA
  • 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 February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Providence, PA

Average snowfall in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Providence, PA

Average snowfall days in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
New Providence, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Providence, PA
  • 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Providence, PA

Average sunshine days in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
New Providence, PA

Average UV index in May - New Providence, PA
  • 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
New Providence, PA

Average cloud cover in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
New Providence, PA

Average visibility in May - New Providence, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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