Cape May weather and climate
Cape May weather and climate
Day
6 °C
Night
-2 °C
Sea
5 °C
Precipitation
81 mm
in month
Rainy days
10 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
70 %
Day
6 °C
Night
-2 °C
Sea
5 °C
Precipitation
81 mm
in month
Rainy days
10 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
70 %
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Weather overview
Cape May (United States of America) is a place with a mild continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 6 °C (44 °F) in January to 29 °C (85 °F) in July. The highest sea temperatures in Cape May are in August with 24 °C (74 °F) and the lowest in February with 4 °C (39 °F). The driest month is October with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is July with 11 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from -2 °C (28 °F) in January to 20 °C (68 °F) in July.
January weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed in Cape May, while the day temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 6 °C (44 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10 days, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value of 81 mm (3.20 in). The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed in this month. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, the value of this measure is 5.
February weather
The sea temperature is on its minimum, its value is 4 °C (39 °F) in Cape May, while the beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 8 °C (46 °F). The rainfall amount is on its minimum in February. The night temperature starts to rise. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in February.
March weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value of 5 °C (41 °F) in Cape May, while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, its value is 100 mm (3.95 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 2 °C (35 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month.
April weather
The sea temperature continues to rise, its value is 9 °C (48 °F) in Cape May, and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 17 °C (62 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 90 mm (3.53 in). The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 6 °C (44 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value being 8 hours. The minimum of the humidity can be noticed, the value of this measure is 66 %.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F) in Cape May, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11 °C (53 °F).
June weather
The tourist season slowly starts in Cape May. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 27 °C (80 °F), and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 19 °C (66 °F). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 9 hours. The day length reaches its maximum, its value is 15 hours.
July weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 29 °C (85 °F) in Cape May, while the rise of the sea temperature can be observed, its value is 22 °C (72 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak in July. The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 11 days, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in July. The maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, its value is 20 °C (68 °F).
August weather
There is pending tourist season in August in Cape May. The maximum of the sea temperature is observable, its value is 24 °C (74 °F), while the day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 29 °C (83 °F). The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable in August. The night temperature descent's start could be observed. The minimum of the wind speed is observable in August.
September weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Cape May. The sea temperature starts to descent, with its value of 22 °C (72 °F), while the day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 25 °C (78 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value of 85 mm (3.33 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 16 °C (60 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 20 °C (68 °F) in Cape May, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 18 °C (64 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 10 °C (49 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, its value is 7 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 7 hours.
November weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 14 °C (58 °F) in Cape May, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 6 hours. The night temperature continues to descent, with its value of 5 °C (40 °F).
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9 °C (47 °F) in Cape May, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 9 °C (47 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 93 mm (3.66 in), while the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 0 °C (32 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 5 hours.
FAQs
Is there a wet season in June in Cape May?
No, there is no wet season in June in Cape May - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.
What temperature can I expect during the day in July in Cape May?
In July in Cape May, the average daily temperatures will be 29 °C (85 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is it hot in August in Cape May?
In August in Cape May, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the sea temperature in Cape May in September?
In September in Cape May expect the sea to be warm at 22 °C (72 °F). This warm sea is nice for swimming, maybe cold for some, but most people can spend a long time in it.
Are there good conditions to visit in Cape May in October?
Cape May can be visited in October - the weather will be moderate. The temperature of 10 °C (49 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.