May weather forecast
Cape Canaveral, FL

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A sunny morning on the sandy shores of Cape Canaveral in Florida
A sunny morning on the sandy shores of Cape Canaveral in Florida

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.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cape Canaveral in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cape Canaveral, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 73.8°F (23.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cape Canaveral?

The average relative humidity in May in Cape Canaveral is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cape Canaveral in May?

In Cape Canaveral, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Cape Canaveral?

In Cape Canaveral, the average seawater temperature in May is 78.4°F (25.8°C). Water temperature between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Canaveral have in May?

In Cape Canaveral, Florida, the average day length in May is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cape Canaveral?

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 Cape Canaveral, Florida, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cape Canaveral?

In Cape Canaveral, Florida, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Cape Canaveral?

The months with the highest UV index in Cape Canaveral are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cape Canaveral?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Cape Canaveral, FL

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in May - Cape Canaveral, 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 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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