May · United States
Best time to visit Orlando in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Orlando in May
Average temperature 27°C, 69 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 66% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 69 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Orlando scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 69 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Theme-park energy and Florida sunshine feel most comfortable January through March.
May in Orlando — workable with trade-offs
Days in May average 27°C (80°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 69 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Orlando — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Orlando in May?
- In May, Orlando averages 27°C, 69 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Orlando?
- May earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Orlando in May?
- Expect about 69 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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