May weather forecast
East Orange, NJ

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Weather in May

May brings out the vibrant vista of East Orange as it fully embraces spring. Temperatures continue their upward trajectory, blessing the city with the prime time for outdoor adventures. Avoid carrying umbrellas this month as there are just a handful of rainy days. Cotton clothes become the preferred choice of wardrobe. Despite higher humidity, the soothing breezes make this weather period quite enjoyable.

Temperature

May's arrival in East Orange brings a temperature shift, moving from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in East Orange averages to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In East Orange, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In East Orange, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.5 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In East Orange, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in East Orange, 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

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in East Orange is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in East Orange?

The high-temperature in East Orange during May is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Orange?

In East Orange, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in East Orange in May?

In East Orange, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in East Orange?

In East Orange, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in East Orange in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in East Orange?

In East Orange, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in East Orange?

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 East Orange, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Orange have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in East Orange, New Jersey, is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in East Orange?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in East Orange, New Jersey, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
East Orange, NJ

Average temperature in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
East Orange, NJ

Average pressure in May - East 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).

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Average wind speed in May
East Orange, NJ

Average wind speed in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
East Orange, NJ

Average humidity in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
East Orange, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
East Orange, NJ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
East Orange, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
East Orange, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - East Orange, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
East Orange, NJ

Average UV index in May - East 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
East Orange, NJ

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

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

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Average visibility in May
East Orange, NJ

Average visibility in May - East 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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