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Paterson weather in May (New Jersey, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Paterson in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Paterson generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 23°C. But by evening, they drop to around 11°C.

Paterson in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 258 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Paterson. May, June, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Paterson climate page with graphs.

 

Paterson, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Paterson in May?

For visitors traveling to Paterson, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

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

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