May weather forecast
Surf City, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Surf City, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.3°F (13.5°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). During the month of May, Surf City identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Surf City, New Jersey, in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Surf City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Surf City, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In Surf City, the average seawater temperature in May is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
Note: Swimming in 54.9°F (12.7°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Surf City, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Surf City, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Surf City in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Surf City, is 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Surf City?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Surf City?

In Surf City, in May, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Surf City, snow does not fall in April through November.

How cold is the water in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°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?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Surf City have in May?

In Surf City, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Surf City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Surf City, NJ

Average temperature in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Surf City, NJ

Average pressure in May - Surf City, 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
Surf City, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in May
Surf City, NJ

Average humidity in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Surf City, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Surf City, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Surf City, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Surf City, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Surf City, NJ

Average sea temperature in May - Surf City, 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
Surf City, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Surf City, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Surf City, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Surf City, NJ

Average UV index in May - Surf City, 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
Surf City, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Surf City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Surf City, NJ

Average visibility in May - Surf City, 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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