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Everglades in May
Everglades edges warmer than April, with highs of 83°F (28°C), lows of 78°F (25°C) and about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (122 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (25°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (122 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in April to 76/100.
- Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes4.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Everglades in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Coopertown Airboats
Family-run airboat rides on the Tamiami Trail since 1945, through sawgrass and hammocks.
Why now May scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center
Main park entrance with exhibits and ranger info on what's active that day.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 4.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Gumbo Limbo Trail
Shaded loop through a hardwood hammock next to the Anhinga Trail.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery
Tropical-fruit wines (lychee, guava, mango) and craft beer in a garden setting near Homestead.
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Family farm stand since 1959 near the park entrance; get a key lime or mamey milkshake.
Nearby in May
- Key Largo in May~31 mi · highs 82°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bahia Honda & the Lower Keys in May~49 mi · highs 81°F, 4.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Miami in May~55 mi · highs 82°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Key West in May~75 mi · highs 81°F, 3.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Everglades in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Everglades?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 94 in November – April. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain. Our Miami Beach Getaway route recommends Nov – Apr, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Everglades in May?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 78°F (25°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Everglades in May?
Yes: about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.3 in (1302 mm).
What should I pack for Everglades in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (4.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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