May weather forecast
Oakland, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oakland, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

As Oakland enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) of April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Oakland dips to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.6 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oakland. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oakland, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Oakland, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakland, New Jersey, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakland in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Oakland, is 68.9°F (20.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oakland?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Oakland?

In Oakland, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Oakland?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in May?

The average day length in May in Oakland, New Jersey, is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Oakland?

On the first day of May in Oakland, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in May?

In Oakland, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Oakland 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 temperature in May
Oakland, NJ

Average temperature in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°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 (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oakland, NJ

Average pressure in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oakland, NJ

Average humidity in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oakland, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oakland, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oakland, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oakland, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Oakland, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oakland, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oakland, NJ

Average UV index in May - Oakland, 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
Oakland, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Oakland, NJ

Average visibility in May - Oakland, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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