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

What does the weather outlook for Tampa look like in May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Tampa tends to experience very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 21°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Tampa in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 314 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tampa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 314 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 75%  

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.

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
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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