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 fluctuating between 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As Surf City transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Throughout May, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated in Surf City, with an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Surf City, New Jersey.

Rainfall

In Surf City, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Surf City, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Surf City.

Ocean temperature

In Surf City, in May, the average water temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
Note: Navigating the 54.9°F (12.7°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
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, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Surf City?

May temperatures in Surf City, New Jersey, vary between a high-temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and a low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Surf City?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Surf City, New Jersey.

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?

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

How cold is the water in May in Surf City?

In Surf City, New Jersey, in May, the average water 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 Surf City?

In May, the average day length in Surf City, New Jersey, is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Surf City?

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, in Surf City, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in May in Surf City is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Surf City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Surf City is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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