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Wildwood Crest Weather in May

During May, Wildwood Crest experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 12°C (54°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.

Rainfall in Wildwood Crest in May

This month is perfect for exploring, with the driest conditions of the year. Historically, approximately 11 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Wildwood Crest in May

Wildwood Crest has perfect weather in May, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights cooling to 12°C (54°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Average water temperature in May

At 15°C (59°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Wildwood Crest.

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Wildwood Crest Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C (59°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
* Data from: Cape May, the United States of America (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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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 Wildwood Crest in May

For Wildwood Crest in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 15°C (59°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items.

What To Do in Wildwood Crest in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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