May Weather in Jersey City

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Jersey City, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jersey City throughout May hovers around 69%.

7°C (44°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (62°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

69%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Jersey City averages 114 mm (4.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 28 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 44 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.

114 mm (4.5 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 44 minutes

Sunshine hours

42%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Jersey City 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 2 4 6 8 9 10 9 7 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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