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

Will it be rainy or sunny in Miami this May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Miami usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Miami in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 301 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Miami, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 146 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 71%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 301 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 26°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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