May weather forecastBeach Haven, NJ
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Beach Haven, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Beach Haven, during May nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Beach Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Beach Haven, snow does not fall in April through November.Ocean temperature
In Beach Haven, in May, the average water temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).Note: Swimming in 54.9°F (12.7°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Beach Haven, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Beach Haven, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
In Beach Haven, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, NJ
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 6min
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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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
Beach Haven, 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).
