May weather forecastPaterson, NJ
May
Weather in May
May initiates the early stages of summer in Paterson with daytime temperature degrees rising steadily. Distinct from April's spring warmth, May indicates an effective segue to summer. Nevertheless, the heat isn't as intense as that experienced in June. With extended sunlight hours, May proves to be an ideal month for recreational pursuits. Notable monthly details reveal temperature swings from a comfortable 52.2°F (11.2°C) to the summer-like high of 69.4°F (20.8°C).Temperature
In Paterson, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Paterson records an average temperature drop to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.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, Paterson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.9 snowfall days, and 10.04" (255mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 29min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 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 Paterson, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. 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. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average rainfall in May: 2.6"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Paterson, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Paterson, NJ
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Paterson, 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
Paterson, NJ
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Paterson, 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).
