May weather forecastCape Canaveral, FL
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Cape Canaveral, Florida, with an average temperature ranging between min 73.8°F (23.2°C) and max 80.4°F (26.9°C).Temperature
Cape Canaveral observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in May, barely different from 77°F (25°C) in April. Cape Canaveral reports an average low temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) in May, a minor decrease from the day's highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Cape Canaveral is 76%.Rainfall
In Cape Canaveral, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 204.7 rainfall days, and 36.57" (929mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C).Note: Between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C), water temperature is typically considered very warm and pleasurable by everyone. Water activities at these temperatures are enjoyable for extended periods without discomfort.
Daylight
In Cape Canaveral, Florida, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cape Canaveral, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 73.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average rainfall in May: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.22").
Average rainfall days in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average sea temperature in May: 78.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average cloud cover in May: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Cape Canaveral, FL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
