May weather forecast
Seaside Heights, NJ

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Seaside homes and boats docked along numerous piers and a long and endless road along the town of Seaside Heights in New Jersey
Seaside homes and boats docked along numerous piers and a long and endless road along the town of Seaside Heights in New Jersey

Weather in May

In May, Seaside Heights thoroughly welcomes the warmth of Spring. The chill gradually dissipates, replaced by a pleasant warmth permeating the air. Notable is the precipitous rise in sea temperatures, from 46.5°F (8.1°C) in April to 54.9°F (12.7°C) in May. This results in an increase in humidity, a harbinger of the imminent summer. May is a time of long, vibrant days indicative of the beautiful New Jersey spring nearing its end.

Temperature

The coming of May brings a minor shift in Seaside Heights's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C) in May, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, in May, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Seaside Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Seaside Heights, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 54.9°F (12.7°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May in Seaside Heights, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Seaside Heights is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Seaside Heights?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Seaside Heights?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Seaside Heights, New Jersey.

What is the average humidity in May in Seaside Heights?

The average relative humidity in May in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Seaside Heights in May?

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, during May, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Seaside Heights?

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Seaside Heights in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Seaside Heights?

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in May is 54.9°F (12.7°C). Swimming in 54.9°F (12.7°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Seaside Heights?

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, the average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Seaside Heights?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Seaside Heights have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Seaside Heights?

In Seaside Heights, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average temperature in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average pressure in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average humidity in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average sea temperature in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in May: 54.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average UV index in May - Seaside Heights, 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, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Seaside Heights, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Seaside Heights, NJ

Average visibility in May - Seaside Heights, 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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