Best time to visit Cape May

Q: When is the best time to visit Cape May?

The best time to visit Cape May is June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Cape May?

The hottest time of year in Cape May is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Cape May?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Cape May with 110mm on average. There are normally 11 days in August with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Cape May?

The sunniest time of year in Cape May is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 62% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Cape May?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Cape May in August when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

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When is the best time to visit Cape May?

The best time to visit Cape May is June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 72 - 86°F [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

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Jan
45
Feb
54
Mar
63
Apr
72
May
79
Jun
84
Jul
82
Aug
77
Sep
68
Oct
57
Nov
46
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Feb
7
Mar
8
Apr
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May
9
Jun
9
Jul
9
Aug
8
Sep
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Oct
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Dec

Which is the hottest month in Cape May?

The hottest time of year in Cape May is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 84°F with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Cape May?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Cape May with 4.3 inches on average. There are normally 11 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Cape May?

The sunniest time of year in Cape May is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 62% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Cape May?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Cape May in August when the water temperature reaches 73°F.