May weather forecast
North Plainfield, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Plainfield, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.3°F (20.7°C) and min 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 59°F (15°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). In North Plainfield, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In North Plainfield, New Jersey, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Plainfield, New Jersey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Plainfield aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In North Plainfield, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 10.31" (262mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in North Plainfield, New Jersey, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in North Plainfield, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In North Plainfield, New Jersey, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in North Plainfield?

In North Plainfield, in May, the average high-temperature is 69.3°F (20.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in North Plainfield?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in North Plainfield?

In North Plainfield, New Jersey, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in North Plainfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in North Plainfield, New Jersey. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, North Plainfield aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Plainfield have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in North Plainfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Plainfield, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in North Plainfield?

The average sunshine duration in May in North Plainfield, New Jersey, is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in North Plainfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in North Plainfield is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average temperature in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°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 (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°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 (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average pressure in May - North Plainfield, 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
North Plainfield, NJ

Average wind speed in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average humidity in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

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

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average UV index in May - North Plainfield, 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
North Plainfield, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
North Plainfield, NJ

Average visibility in May - North Plainfield, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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