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East Rutherford Weather in May

May in East Rutherford brings high temperatures around 23°C (73°F) during the day, dropping to 12°C (54°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 109 mm (4.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in East Rutherford in May

On average, there are about 12 days with rain during this month, averaging 109 mm (4.3 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in East Rutherford in May

Daytime temperatures in East Rutherford reach 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to 12°C (54°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in East Rutherford in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 258 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit East Rutherford.

Wind Speed in East Rutherford in May

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in May. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in May

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances for East Rutherford.

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East Rutherford Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 109 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in East Rutherford in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Expect water temperatures of around 10°C (50°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in East Rutherford in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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