Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Princeton, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (41°F). Typically, the humidity level in Princeton throughout May hovers around 77%.
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In May, Princeton averages 158 mm (6.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 26 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Princeton reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||||