Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a still refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). Highlands witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) throughout May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Highlands, in May, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through September and November are months without snowfall in Highlands.Ocean temperature
In Highlands, in May, the average water temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).Note: Dipping into 54.9°F (12.7°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Highlands is 14h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Highlands, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Highlands, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Highlands in May?
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What is the average humidity in May in Highlands?
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What is the water temperature in May in Highlands?
What is the average length of the day in May in Highlands?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Highlands?
How many hours of sunshine does Highlands have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Highlands?
Average temperature in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Highlands, 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
Highlands, NJ
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average sea temperature in May: 54.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Highlands, NJ
- 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average sunshine days in May: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Highlands, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Highlands, NJ
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Highlands, 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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