The weather in May in Miami

It's hot in May in Miami with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.

Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Miami. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Miami, Florida. 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 36°C in 2017, Miami reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 28°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Miami is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 169 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Daily weather in May for Miami

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Miami. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Miami New York
Average temperature 31°C 22°C
Max. temperature 31°C 28°C
Min. temperature 22°C -5°C
Total precipitation 169 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 17 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Miami with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Miami is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Miami, Florida. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Miami

Temperature in May in Miami over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Miami, Florida. 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 Miami

Total precipitation in May in Miami over the years

Daily UV index in May in Miami

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Miami, 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.

Weather experiences in May in Miami

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Every now and then there was a quick shower, but that didn't spoil the fun. It is very humid, so be careful what you wear.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Miami by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Miami. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.