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Newark, NJ Weather on May 15
May 15th in Newark, NJ typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 53°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 15th was in 1974 (75°F average), while the coldest was 1996 (48°F) — a 27°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of May 15th dates historically, with the wettest May 15th recording 2.57" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on May 15
Planning for May 15th in Newark, NJ? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 15 Weather Records for Newark
- •The all-time record high for May 15th in Newark, NJ is 90°F, set in 2004.
- •The coldest May 15th on record dropped to 34°F in 1996.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 15th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 15th was 9°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 15 ever in Newark?
The warmest May 15 in Newark, NJ reached 90°F in 2004. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 72°F.
What was the coldest May 15 ever in Newark?
The coldest May 15 in Newark, NJ dropped to 34°F in 1996. That is 19°F below the long-term average low of 53°F.
What is the average temperature on May 15 in Newark?
On May 15, Newark averages a high of 72°F and a low of 53°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ELIZABETH.
How many years of weather data are available for May 15 in Newark?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 15 in Newark, NJ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 15 Weather History in Newark
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63°F | 57°F | 2.57" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 58°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 2023 | 76°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 73°F | 59°F | 1.09" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 66°F | 55°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2019 | 53°F | 43°F | 0.58" | -- |
| 2018 | 71°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 68°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 75°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 74°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 70°F | 53°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2013 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 65°F | 60°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2011 | 69°F | 58°F | 2.44" | -- |
| 2010 | 75°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 76°F | 63°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2008 | 75°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 85°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 61°F | 51°F | 1.83" | -- |
| 2005 | 79°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 90°F | 61°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 2003 | 63°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 74°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 68°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 72°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 76°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1996 | 63°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 76°F | 52°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1994 | 76°F | 53°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1993 | 84°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 67°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 74°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 70°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 70°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 78°F | 55°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1986 | 61°F | 54°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1985 | 65°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 70°F | 55°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1982 | 75°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 74°F | 59°F | 1.93" | -- |
| 1980 | 70°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 72°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 55°F | 50°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1977 | 74°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 83°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 78°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 61°F | 51°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1972 | 73°F | 58°F | 0.97" | -- |
| 1971 | 63°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ELIZABETH
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Newark, NJ, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.