May weather forecast
Newark, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Newark, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Newark, New York, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newark. May is the last month it regularly snows in Newark. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newark aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Newark, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Newark, New York, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Newark, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Newark is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newark in May?

The high-temperature in Newark, New York, during May is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Newark?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Newark?

In Newark, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Newark?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newark aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Newark?

The average day length in May is 14h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Newark?

On the first day of May in Newark, New York, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newark have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Newark is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Newark?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Newark, New York, is 5. A UV Index 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
Newark, NY

Average temperature in May - Newark, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Newark, NY

Average pressure in May - Newark, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Newark, NY

Average wind speed in May - Newark, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Newark, NY

Average humidity in May - Newark, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Newark, NY

Average rainfall in May - Newark, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Newark, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Newark, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Newark, NY

Average snowfall in May - Newark, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Newark, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Newark, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Newark, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newark, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Newark, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Newark, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Newark, NY

Average UV index in May - Newark, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Newark, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Newark, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Newark, NY

Average visibility in May - Newark, NY
  • 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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