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United StatesThe weather in May in West Palm Beach
It's hot in May in West Palm Beach with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 25°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in West Palm Beach. 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 West Palm Beach, 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 34°C in 2017, West Palm Beach 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 13°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at West Palm Beach is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 218 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for West Palm Beach
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in West Palm Beach. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| West Palm Beach | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 218 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in West Palm Beach with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in West Palm Beach 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 9 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 West Palm Beach, Florida. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in West Palm Beach
Temperature in May in West Palm Beach over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach
Total precipitation in May in West Palm Beach over the years
Daily UV index in May in West Palm Beach
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in West Palm Beach, 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 West Palm Beach by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for West Palm Beach. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.