May weather forecast
West Cape May, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Cape May, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). West Cape May, during May nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Cape May, there are 158 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In West Cape May, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in West Cape May?

The high-temperature, in May, in West Cape May, is 64°F (17.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in West Cape May?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May in West Cape May?

The average relative humidity in May in West Cape May is 82%.

How much does it rain in West Cape May in May?

In West Cape May, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Cape May?

In West Cape May, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Cape May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in West Cape May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Cape May have in May?

In West Cape May, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in West Cape May?

In West Cape May, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average temperature in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average pressure in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average wind speed in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average humidity in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
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
West Cape May, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Cape May, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average UV index in May - West Cape May, 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
West Cape May, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - West Cape May, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
West Cape May, NJ

Average visibility in May - West Cape May, 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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West Cape May, New Jersey, USA

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