01Weather
Orlando weather in May
Afternoons in May average 31.5 °C (89 °F) and nights cool to 21.6 °C (71 °F). The month brings about 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain spread over roughly 4 days. Compared with April it is 2.6 °C warmer; June is 1.2 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical May | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 34 °C / 94 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 28 °C / 83 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 19 °C / 66 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 23.8 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 14 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest May day 2016–2025 | 36.1 °C / 13.3 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | 06:44 | 20:00 | 13.3 h |
| 15 May | 06:34 | 20:08 | 13.6 h |
| 31 May | 06:28 | 20:18 | 13.8 h |
Daylight grows by about 30 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/New_York).
03Crowds
How busy Orlando is in May
moderate The main sights are moderate in May. What drives it:
- Memorial Day weekend
- start of the wet season
- school out late May
04Public holidays
Public holidays in May 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 31 May 2027 | Memorial Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Orlando in May
No major recurring events fall in May.
07Packing
What to pack for Orlando in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- something for heat: 24 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
May starts pleasant and ends hot, with afternoons rising from 29 °C to 32 °C, the first afternoon thunderstorms arriving late in the month and schools finishing around Memorial Day. Early May is a quiet, good-value window. The Fringe festival brings theatre to Loch Haven Park for two weeks, and the Flower and Garden Festival ends in late May. Humidity rises steadily. Rain falls on about eight days.
Memorial Day weekend opens the summer season with full parks. Water parks are at their most pleasant. The Star Wars events at Hollywood Studios fill the first weekend. Hotel rates jump in the final week. Daylight passes thirteen and a half hours. For the summer peak, the daily storms and the start of hurricane season, see June.
09Compare
Orlando month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22 °C | 11 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| February | 25 °C | 15 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| March | 27 °C | 16 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| April | 29 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 32 °C | 22 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 33 °C | 24 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| August | 33 °C | 25 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| September | 32 °C | 24 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| October | 29 °C | 21 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 23 °C | 14 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about May? See the best time to visit Orlando.
10Elsewhere
May in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Miami in May | 31 °C | 9 |
| Cancún in May | 31 °C | – |
| New York City in May | 22 °C | 9 |
| Toronto in May | 19 °C | 8 |
| Las Vegas in May | 31 °C | 0 |
| Los Angeles in May | 21 °C | 0 |
11FAQ
Orlando in May: your questions
Is May a good time to visit Orlando?
May is a good month to visit Orlando. Daytime highs average 32 °C (89 °F), rain falls on about 4 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Orlando in May?
Expect hot days around 32 °C (89 °F) and nights near 22 °C (71 °F). One May in ten brings afternoons above 34 °C, and one in ten stays below 28 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Orlando in May?
May brings about 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain over roughly 4 days, which is dry by Orlando standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 14 percent.
What should I wear in Orlando in May?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Orlando crowded in May?
The main sights are moderate in May. Main drivers: Memorial Day weekend; start of the wet season; school out late May.
What time does it get dark in Orlando in May?
Around the middle of May the sun sets at about 20:08 and rises at 06:34, giving 13.6 hours of daylight.