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Jacksonville weather in May (Florida, United States of America)

How does the May weather in Jacksonville compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Jacksonville tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 17°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Jacksonville in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 9 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 301 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jacksonville climate page with graphs.

 

Jacksonville, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 301 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 72%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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