May weather forecast
Somers Point, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Somers Point, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

Somers Point sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a still refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Somers Point are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Somers Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 55.9°F (13.3°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Somers Point, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Somers Point is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in May?

In Somers Point, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Somers Point?

In Somers Point, the average seawater temperature in May is 55.9°F (13.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Somers Point?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average temperature in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average pressure in May - Somers Point, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

Average humidity in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average humidity in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average sea temperature in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in May: 55.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Somers Point, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average UV index in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average visibility in May - Somers Point, 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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