May weather forecast
Richwood, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Richwood, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average low of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout the month of May, Richwood observes an average nighttime temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In Richwood, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.9 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Richwood aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Richwood, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Richwood, New Jersey, is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Richwood, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Richwood is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richwood in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Richwood, New Jersey, are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Richwood?

The average relative humidity in May in Richwood is 77%.

How much does it rain in Richwood in May?

In Richwood, New Jersey, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Richwood?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Richwood. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Richwood aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Richwood have in May?

In May, the average day length in Richwood, New Jersey, is 14h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Richwood?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Richwood have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Richwood is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Richwood?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Richwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Richwood, NJ

Average temperature in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Richwood, NJ

Average pressure in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Richwood, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Richwood, NJ

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Richwood, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in May
Richwood, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Richwood, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Richwood, NJ

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Richwood, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Richwood, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Richwood, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Richwood, NJ

Average UV index in May - Richwood, 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
Richwood, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Richwood, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

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 30).

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Average visibility in May
Richwood, NJ

Average visibility in May - Richwood, 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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