May weather forecastWalt Disney World Resort, FL

Weather in May

May graces Walt Disney World Resort with the arrival of early summer, where temperatures begin to tip towards their annual highs. A notable feature of May's weather is the increase in rainfall with averages stepping up to 3.7" (94mm). However, this does not hinder the overall resort experience; the showers often come in the later hours of the afternoon, leaving the majority of the day free for exploration. As spring flowers eventually recede, giving way to more vibrant vegetation in harmony with the rise in temperatures, there is a sure excitement in the air for the ensuing summer months.

Temperature

May's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a tropical 87.8°F (31°C) from April's 84.2°F (29°C). Walt Disney World Resort anticipates a considerable cooling off from the daytime high to an average minimum temperature of 64.4°F (18°C) in May.

Rainfall

In Walt Disney World Resort, Florida, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112 rainfall days, and 49.13" (1248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through July, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 10 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. A sunscreen with at least SPF 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout.