Can you swim at Manasquan Beach in May? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · May
14.0°C
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in May means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Manasquan Beach live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
July · August
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Manasquan Beach in May?
Manasquan Beach averages 14.0°C in May, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Manasquan Beach in May?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.