Fort Lauderdale weather in May (Florida, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Fort Lauderdale in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Fort Lauderdale generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Fort Lauderdale in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 301 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Fort Lauderdale, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 301 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 72% *  
* Data from: Miami, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather 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 Fort Lauderdale in May?

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.

What To Do

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

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

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