Jersey
Jersey in May
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Jersey in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Jersey in May?
- St Martin is the warmest of the 6 destinations compared, with highs of 16°C (61°F) in May; Saint Helier is the coolest at 15°C (60°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Jersey in May?
- Hardly: even the warmest water, at St Martin (12°C (54°F)), stays below 21 °C.
Warmest
16°
St Martin
Coolest
15°
Saint Helier
Driest
51 mm
Saint Helier
Warmest sea
12°
St Martin
Across Jersey, May highs run from 15°C (60°F) (Saint Helier) to 16°C (61°F) (St Martin). On average it is 3.5 °C (6 °F) warmer than April. Most destinations stay largely dry. Best bets this month: Saint Helier.
Best places in Jersey in May
Weather in May by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin | 16° | 9° | 52 mm | 12° | 53 |
| Le Hocq | 16° | 9° | 52 mm | 12° | 53 |
| Saint Helier | 15° | 9° | 51 mm | 12° | 51 |
| Saint John | 15° | 9° | 51 mm | 12° | 51 |
| St Lawrence | 15° | 9° | 51 mm | 12° | 51 |
| Trinity | 15° | 9° | 51 mm | 12° | 51 |
Public holidays in May
- Early May Bank Holiday
- Liberation Day
- Spring Bank Holiday
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Jersey in May?
Average daytime highs range from 15° in Saint Helier to 16° in St Martin.
Can you swim in Jersey in May?
The sea is cool: the warmest water is around St Martin at about 12°.