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Sea Temperature in Long Island in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Long Island in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Long Island. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Long Island in May

8°C

MINIMUN

12.5°C

AVERAGE

17°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Long Island

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Long Island in May

Sea Temperature Table in Long Island in May Over the Past Years

Day202420232022Average
May 111°C8°C8°C9.3°C
May 211°C8°C9°C9.5°C
May 310°C9°C9°C9.5°C
May 411°C9°C9°C10.0°C
May 511°C9°C10°C10.3°C
May 611°C9°C10°C10.3°C
May 711°C9°C10°C10.3°C
May 811°C9°C10°C10.3°C
May 911°C9°C11°C10.8°C
May 1011°C9°C11°C10.8°C
May 1111°C9°C11°C10.3°C
May 1211°C9°C12°C10.8°C
May 1312°C10°C12°C11.3°C
May 1412°C10°C12°C11.5°C
May 1513°C10°C13°C11.8°C
May 1613°C10°C13°C12.0°C
May 1714°C11°C13°C12.5°C
May 1813°C11°C13°C12.3°C
May 1914°C11°C14°C12.8°C
May 2015°C11°C14°C13.0°C
May 2115°C11°C14°C13.3°C
May 2216°C11°C15°C13.8°C
May 2316°C11°C15°C13.8°C
May 2416°C11°C15°C14.0°C
May 2516°C11°C16°C14.5°C
May 2617°C11°C16°C14.8°C
May 2717°C12°C16°C15.3°C
May 2816°C13°C16°C15.3°C
May 2915°C13°C17°C15.3°C
May 3014°C14°C17°C15.3°C
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Long Island Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

20°C

Average Day Air Temperature

9°C

Average Night Air Temperature

91 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

11 days

Number of Rainy Days

14 hrs

Daylight
per Day

9 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

15 km/h

Average Wind Speed

69%

Average
humidity

Long Island lies within the New York in United States. The average daytime temperature in Long Island in May is 68°F (20°C), while the nighttime average is 49°F (9°C). There are typically 11 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 3.6 inches (91 mm). The daylight duration in May in Long Island is 14 hours, with an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 9 mph (15 km/h), and the humidity level is around 69%.

The water temperature in Long Island in May ranges from 48°F to 59°F (9°C to 15°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 50°F (10°C), shifting to 52°F (11°C) by mid-May and reaching 57°F (14°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Long Island for May is 54°F (12°C). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Long Island

What is the sea temperature in Long Island in May?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Long Island in May ranges from 48°F to 59°F (9°C to 15°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Long Island in May?

The average sea temperature in Long Island in May is 54°F (12°C), and the air temperature is 68°F (20°C), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.