May weather forecast
Cocoa Beach, FL

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A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky
A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky

Weather in May

The onset of May signals the transition towards summer in Cocoa Beach. The temperatures continue to rise, and the sea becomes considerably warmer. Coupled with these changes, a significant leap in rainfall is seen, reaching up to 0.91" (23mm). Despite the showers, the city manages to retain a substantial duration of clear skies supported by reduced wind speeds. May provides an excellent opportunity for both locals and tourists to bask in the sun, making it ideal for sunbathing and other seaside activities.

Temperature

Cocoa Beach, Florida, marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C), subtly divergent from April's 77.2°F (25.1°C). In Cocoa Beach, the nighttime temperature in May descends gently to an average of 73.4°F (23°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cocoa Beach, in May, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cocoa Beach, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Cocoa Beach, Florida, in May, the average water temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C).
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cocoa Beach is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of May in Cocoa Beach, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Cocoa Beach is 10.7h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cocoa Beach. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cocoa Beach?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Cocoa Beach, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 73.4°F (23°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cocoa Beach?

In Cocoa Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cocoa Beach in May?

In Cocoa Beach, Florida, during May, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How warm is the water in May in Cocoa Beach?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cocoa Beach?

The average day length in May in Cocoa Beach is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cocoa Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cocoa Beach, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cocoa Beach have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cocoa Beach is 10.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Cocoa Beach?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cocoa Beach.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cocoa Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cocoa Beach is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average temperature in May - Cocoa Beach, 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: 73.4°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).

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Average pressure in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average pressure in May - Cocoa Beach, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average wind speed in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average humidity in May - Cocoa Beach, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in May - Cocoa Beach, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average UV index in May - Cocoa Beach, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in May - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average visibility in May - Cocoa Beach, 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).

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