May weather forecast
Bridgeport, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Bridgeport, New Jersey, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). In May, Bridgeport reports a consistent average low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Bridgeport, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bridgeport, New Jersey, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bridgeport, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bridgeport are January through March, May and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Bridgeport. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bridgeport is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bridgeport, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bridgeport in May?

During May, Bridgeport experiences an average high-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bridgeport?

In May, the average relative humidity in Bridgeport, New Jersey, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bridgeport in May?

In Bridgeport, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Bridgeport?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bridgeport have in May?

The average day length in May in Bridgeport, New Jersey, is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bridgeport?

On the first day of May in Bridgeport, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bridgeport?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bridgeport is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Bridgeport?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Bridgeport?

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

Average temperature in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average pressure in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average humidity in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bridgeport, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Bridgeport, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bridgeport, NJ

Average UV index in May - Bridgeport, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bridgeport, NJ

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

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

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Average visibility in May
Bridgeport, NJ

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

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

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