May weather forecast
South Toms River, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Toms River, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.7°F (18.7°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

As South Toms River transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). In May, South Toms River experiences an average nighttime temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Toms River, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In South Toms River, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
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 5:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In South Toms River, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, South Toms River experiences an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In South Toms River, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in South Toms River?

In South Toms River, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in South Toms River?

On the first day of May in South Toms River, New Jersey, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in South Toms River is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In South Toms River, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average temperature in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average pressure in May - South Toms River, 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
South Toms River, NJ

Average wind speed in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average humidity in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
South Toms River, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Toms River, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average UV index in May - South Toms River, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - South Toms River, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
South Toms River, NJ

Average visibility in May - South Toms River, 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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