Cape May weather in May (New Jersey, United States of America)
Is May a good time to explore Cape May weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
During May, Cape May experiences perfect weather, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 22°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 12°C.
Precipitation
Cape May in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Cape May. May and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cape May climate page with graphs.
Cape May, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
22°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
73 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Cape May, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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