Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The beginning of May in Cape May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C). During May, nights in Cape May, New Jersey, cool slightly to an average low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).Humidity
The most humid month in Cape May is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In Cape May, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cape May, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.Ocean temperature
In Cape May, the average seawater temperature in May is 55.4°F (13°C).Note: Taking a dip in 55.4°F (13°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cape May, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cape May, New Jersey, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Cape May?
What is the most humid month in Cape May?
What is the average humidity in May in Cape May?
How much does it rain in Cape May in May?
When it does not snow in Cape May?
What is the ocean temperature in May in Cape May?
How many hours of daylight does Cape May have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cape May?
How long on average sun shines in May in Cape May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Cape May?
Average temperature in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average high temperature in May: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average sea temperature in May: 55°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (43°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Cape May, NJ
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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