May weather forecast
Elwood, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elwood, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55°F (12.8°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Elwood is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elwood, in May, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Elwood. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elwood, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Elwood, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elwood in May?

May temperatures in Elwood, New Jersey, vary between a high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elwood?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elwood?

In Elwood, New Jersey, in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Elwood?

May is the first month it typically snows in Elwood, New Jersey. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elwood have in May?

In May, the average day length in Elwood is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elwood?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood have in May?

In Elwood, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Elwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elwood, New Jersey, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elwood, NJ

Average temperature in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elwood, NJ

Average pressure in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elwood, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elwood, NJ

Average humidity in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elwood, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elwood, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elwood, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elwood, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elwood, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elwood, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elwood, NJ

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Elwood, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Elwood, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Elwood, NJ

Average visibility in May - Elwood, 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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