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Walt Disney World in May
Walt Disney World's warmest month brings highs averaging 89°F (32°C), lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 71/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 66%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What May feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 89°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (90 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in April to 71/100.
- Our Orlando New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 67°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Walt Disney World in May
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Polynesian Village beach
A white-sand beach on the Seven Seas Lagoon facing the castle, where the Magic Kingdom fireworks can be seen without a park ticket.
Why now May scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
'Ohana
A family-style Polynesian dinner of skewered meats and noodles at the Polynesian Village Resort, near the lagoon.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
EPCOT World Showcase Lagoon
EPCOT's New Year's Eve show over World Showcase Lagoon, timed to midnight, with the countries' pavilions lit around the water.
Victoria & Albert's
A long-running tasting-menu restaurant in the Grand Floridian, the most formal dinner at Walt Disney World.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in May
- Winter Park in May~19 mi · highs 89°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in May~63 mi · highs 87°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown St. Petersburg in May~78 mi · highs 87°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in May~103 mi · highs 81°F, 4.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Walt Disney World in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Walt Disney World?
It's middling, scoring 71/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 92. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
How hot is Walt Disney World in May?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Walt Disney World in May?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1252 mm).
What should I pack for Walt Disney World in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (89°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 67°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
More on Walt Disney World
Planning Walt Disney World in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.