May weather forecastEast Orange, NJ

May

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

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Throughout May, East Orange witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

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

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
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 East Orange, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in East Orange is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

In East Orange, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

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

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

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

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min

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 42min

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
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).

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).

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).

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).