Average weather for Gainesville in May
It's hot in May in Gainesville with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 21°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Gainesville with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 17°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Gainesville is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In May, there is an average of 193 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Gainesville in May |
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31°C | 22°C | |
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32°C | 28°C | |
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27°C | -5°C | |
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193 mm | 105 mm | |
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7 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Gainesville?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Gainesville. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Gainesville runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2019, Gainesville reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Gainesville
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Gainesville, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Gainesville
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Gainesville, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Gainesville.
Daily UV index in May in Gainesville
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Gainesville, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Gainesville over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Gainesville, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Gainesville over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Gainesville, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Gainesville
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gainesville. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Gainesville by month
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