Florida (Orlando) · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 22° (72°)11– (52–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)13– (55–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)18– (64–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)16– (61–)30 (86) | 24° (75°)14– (57–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 12° (54°)1– (34–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)4– (39–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)5– (41–)21 (70) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 6h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 4d54mm (2.1") | 4d42mm (1.7") | 4d61mm (2.4") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 7d106mm (4.2") | 12d200mm (7.9") | 14d177mm (7.0") | 13d194mm (7.6") | 11d181mm (7.1") | 5d84mm (3.3") | 3d45mm (1.8") | 4d44mm (1.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is one of the best months to visit Florida (Orlando) — with 9 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 31°C (88°F).
Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 26°C (79°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 106 mm (4.2 in) total.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Spring-break season: plenty of sun, air that is not yet oppressive, and gardens and lakes around the parks in bloom. Queues are long over the Easter weeks. By May the rising humidity already signals summer.
Packing list for Florida (Orlando) in May
- Light summer clothes
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Florida (Orlando)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Florida (Orlando) (Climate Score: 85/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C (88°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (7) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Florida (Orlando) in May?
- In May, Florida (Orlando) sees daily highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 26°C (79°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Florida (Orlando) in May?
- In May, Florida (Orlando) receives an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Florida (Orlando) get in May?
- Florida (Orlando) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
