Temperature in Florida in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Florida, the United States of America this May.

Florida, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Layton to 32°C (90°F) in Lake Wales. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Lake Wales and 20°C (68°F) in Layton.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Florida, the United States of America in May?

Discover the typical May temperatures for the most popular locations of Florida on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Florida temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Florida, the United States of America in May?

Average daytime highs in Florida, the United States of America during May reach about 31°C (88°F) in Kissimmee.

How cold does it get at night in Florida, the United States of America in May?

Kissimmee sees nighttime lows close to 19°C (66°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Florida, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Lake Wales is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 32°C (90°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 19°C (66°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Florida, the United States of America?

When looking through our records, we find that Layton stands out as the coolest city in Florida, the United States of America for the month of May. Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F) and it cools down to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

How much sun does Florida, the United States of America get in May?

Kissimmee enjoys approximately 300 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in May?

Across Florida, the United States of America, sea temperatures in May range from good at 25°C (77°F) in Kissimmee to perfect at 27°C (81°F) in Key West — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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