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The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 44.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cape Cod.
May has total rainfall of 9.3cm (3.7inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 14.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Cape Cod for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
Consider visiting Cape Cod in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Cape Cod.
May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 44.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 9.3cm (3.7inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 14.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in Cape Cod for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a slightly cool time for a holiday in Cape Cod.
May has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 44.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 9.3cm (3.7inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 14.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cape Cod. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Cape Cod for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
No, Cape Cod is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in Cape Cod in May is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Cape Cod in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Cape Cod in May are 14.6. The sunshine percentage is 44.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. The average maximum temperature in Cape Cod in May is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Cape Cod in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Cape Cod in May is 9°C (49°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.
The days in May are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into June. May has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 14.6 per day in Cape Cod. The sunshine percentage is 44.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Cape Cod in May is typically 8.4 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Cape Cod in May is 10.9°C (51.6°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June.
May weather is drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Cape Cod in May is 9.3cm (3.7inches) and on average there are 14.8 rainy days in May making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cape Cod in May is 11°C (52°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 16°C (16°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Cape Cod in May is typically 93.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.6% in the previous month and 94.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Cape Cod in May is typically 78.5%. The average relative humidity is 72.7% in the previous month and 81.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Cape Cod in May is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Cape Cod in May is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Cape Cod in May is from the South West.
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