May weather forecast
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). An average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is recorded in the month of May in Cliffwood Beach.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Cliffwood Beach are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Cliffwood Beach, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cliffwood Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cliffwood Beach, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In Cliffwood Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 54.1°F (12.3°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cliffwood Beach is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Cliffwood Beach, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cliffwood Beach, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cliffwood Beach?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cliffwood Beach, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Cliffwood Beach?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey.

What is the average humidity in May in Cliffwood Beach?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cliffwood Beach?

In Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cliffwood Beach?

May through October are months without snowfall in Cliffwood Beach.

Does it snow in Cliffwood Beach in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in May in Cliffwood Beach?

In Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey, in May, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°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.

How many hours of daylight does Cliffwood Beach have in May?

In Cliffwood Beach, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cliffwood Beach?

On the first day of May in Cliffwood Beach, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cliffwood Beach have in May?

In Cliffwood Beach, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cliffwood Beach?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cliffwood Beach is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average temperature in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average pressure in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average humidity in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, August and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average sea temperature in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in May: 54.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.4°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cliffwood Beach, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average UV index in May - Cliffwood Beach, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Cliffwood Beach, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Cliffwood Beach, NJ

Average visibility in May - Cliffwood Beach, 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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