Newark in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
14Rainy days (121 mm)
14:13 hDaylight
06:19Sunrise · 20:32 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C | -5°C | 89 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.0 |
| February | 5°C | -4°C | 75 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.6 |
| March | 10°C | 1°C | 104 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 18°C | 7°C | 122 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 121 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 27°C | 17°C | 113 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 29°C | 19°C | 98 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 28°C | 18°C | 81 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| September | 25°C | 14°C | 81 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 18°C | 8°C | 77 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| November | 11°C | 2°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| December | 5°C | -2°C | 87 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Newark in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Newark?
The best months are September, August, July.