May weather forecast
Somers Point, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Somers Point, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

Somers Point's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months in Somers Point are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Somers Point are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Somers Point, New Jersey. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Somers Point, New Jersey, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Diving into 55.9°F (13.3°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Somers Point, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Somers Point?

In May, in Somers Point, the average high-temperature is 66.4°F (19.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Somers Point?

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 Somers Point?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Somers Point?

The wettest months in Somers Point, New Jersey, are May, July and August, with an average 0.75" (19mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May in Somers Point?

In May, in Somers Point, New Jersey, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout May, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Somers Point?

May is the first month it typically snows in Somers Point, New Jersey. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Somers Point?

In Somers Point, New Jersey, in May, the average water temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Somers Point have in May?

In May, the average day length in Somers Point is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Somers Point?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Somers Point, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Somers Point?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Somers Point?

The months with the highest UV index in Somers Point are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Somers Point?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Somers Point is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average temperature in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average pressure in May - Somers Point, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average humidity in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average sea temperature in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in May: 55.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.3°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Somers Point, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average UV index in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Somers Point, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Somers Point, NJ

Average visibility in May - Somers Point, 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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