May weather forecast
New Jersey, USA

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Weather in May

May in New Jersey represents the heart of spring, with warming temperatures, blossoming landscapes, and a departure from the cooler weather of previous months. The climate is generally mild, but there can still be considerable variations across the state's different geographical zones.

In the northern highlands, minimum temperatures generally range from 44°F (6.7°C) to 48°F (8.9°C), while the southern coastal areas may experience lows around 55°F (12.8°C). Maximum temperatures can vary from 65°F (18.3°C) in the northern regions to 75°F (23.9°C) in the central and southern parts of the state.

Snowfall is virtually absent in May, and rain becomes the primary form of precipitation, contributing to the lush greenery of the landscapes. Rainfall averages from 3.5" (89mm) in the northern areas to 4.5" (114mm) in the south.

Cities like Newark and Jersey City benefit from the pleasant spring weather, with increased sunshine and outdoor activities becoming more appealing. Coastal cities, including Cape May, experience a more marked maritime influence, adding to the warmth and comfort of the month.

Comparing May to April, the warming trend becomes more pronounced, with temperatures consistently rising, and the state moving closer to the heat and humidity of summer. The variation between the cooler northern highlands and the warmer coastal areas continues to shape the diverse weather patterns, making May a month of growth, rejuvenation, and preparation for the summer season in New Jersey.

  • Newark - May »
    The months with the highest humidity in Newark, New Jersey, are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%. The months with the highest humidity in Newark are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
  • Jersey City - May »
    May, the last month of the spring in Jersey City, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 54°F (12.2°C). During the month of May, Jersey City's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54°F (12.2°C).
  • Paterson - May »
    In Paterson, New Jersey, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Paterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.
  • Elizabeth - May »
    On the last day of the month, in Elizabeth sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT. The months with the highest humidity in Elizabeth are February, May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
  • Edison - May »
    On the first day of May in Edison sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the first day of May in Edison sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:53 pm.
  • Toms River - May »
    May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Toms River, New Jersey. In May, in Toms River the rain falls for 13.3 days.
  • Trenton - May »
    In Trenton during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation. In Trenton, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.
  • Clifton - May »
    In Clifton in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.6 days and collects up to 33.46" (850mm) of precipitation.
  • Camden - May »
    In Camden during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. May is the last month it regularly snows in Camden, New Jersey.
  • Cherry Hill - May »
    On the last day of the month, in Cherry Hill, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT. In Cherry Hill during May, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.
  • Passaic - May »
    On the first day of May in Passaic sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. In Passaic, New Jersey, snow does not fall in May through October.
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