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Point Pleasant Beach Weather in May

In Point Pleasant Beach, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 11°C (52°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Point Pleasant Beach in May

Historically, May sees about 13 days of rain, with a monthly average of 89 mm (3.5 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Point Pleasant Beach in May

May tends to be one of the excellent months in Point Pleasant Beach, with 21°C (70°F) in the afternoon and 11°C (52°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Point Pleasant Beach in May

The month enjoys around 248 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Point Pleasant Beach.

Point Pleasant Beach Temperature in May

Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
89 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Sunshine
248 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Trenton, the United States of America (60 KM, 37 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Point Pleasant Beach in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Point Pleasant Beach in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

Point Pleasant Beach 3-Day Forecast

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