May weather forecast
North Cape May, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Cape May, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's fresh 55°F (12.8°C) to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). May introduces a small decrease to a nighttime average of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in North Cape May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In North Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May 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 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 64°F (17.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in May?

In North Cape May, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In North Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does North Cape May have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Cape May have in May?

In North Cape May, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Cape May, NJ

Average temperature in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average pressure in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average wind speed in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average humidity in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - North 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 daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North Cape May, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average UV index in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - North 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
North Cape May, NJ

Average visibility in May - North 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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