United StatesThe weather in May in Florida
It's hot in May in Florida with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 23°C.
May is a good month to be in Florida for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Florida, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2019, Florida reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 84 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Florida
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Florida. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Florida | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Florida with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Florida is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Florida runs from June to November.
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The climate in Florida is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Florida to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Florida, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Florida
Temperature in May in Florida over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Florida, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Florida
Total precipitation in May in Florida over the years
Daily UV index in May in Florida
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Florida, 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.
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Average weather in Florida by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Florida. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.