May weather forecast
Toms River, NJ

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Weather in May

May continues the march towards summer with further warming temperatures. Toms River, during this month, experiences elevated humidity, clocking at 80% relative humidity. The atmosphere buzzes with the scent of blooming flowers and vibrating insects, capturing the spirit of incoming summer. Longer days and clear skies make May a favorable month for picnics and outdoor sports on the city's many green spaces.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C). Toms River cools down to an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Toms River, New Jersey, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Toms River, New Jersey, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Toms River, New Jersey, is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May in Toms River, 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 Toms River, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Toms River, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Toms River in May?

Toms River in May has an average high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Toms River?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Toms River?

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

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

In Toms River, New Jersey, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Toms River?

April through October are months without snowfall in Toms River.

What is the average length of the day in May in Toms River?

The average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Toms River?

In May, on the first day of the month, 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 in Toms River?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Toms River?

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

Average temperature in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average pressure in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average wind speed in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average humidity in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average UV index in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - 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
Toms River, NJ

Average visibility in May - 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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