May weather forecastWildwood, NJ
May
Weather in May
May brings Wildwood, New Jersey, straight into the heart of spring, with warmer winds refusing to carry traces of winter. The weather in May experiences a notable increase in the average sea temperature to 56.6°F (13.7°C), marking a significant transition from the cooler months. The days now boast longer sunshine hours, while cold evenings retreat, replaced by pleasant spring nights. Beaches come alive with vibrant energy, setting the stage for summer days to follow. As May progresses, Wildwood undergoes a complete transformation from the stillness of winter into the vibrancy of spring.Temperature
May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). Wildwood, during May nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month, 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. In Wildwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall in Wildwood.Ocean temperature
In Wildwood, the average seawater temperature in May is 56.5°F (13.6°C).Note: Swimming in 56.5°F (13.6°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.
Daylight
In Wildwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.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 5:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Average temperature in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average pressure in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average humidity in May
Wildwood, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Wildwood, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Wildwood, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average sea temperature in May
Wildwood, NJ
- Average sea temperature in May: 56.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wildwood, NJ
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Wildwood, 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).
Average UV index in May
Wildwood, 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
Wildwood, 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).
Average visibility in May
Wildwood, 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).
