Fort Walton Beach in May
7.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
20°CAvg low
9Rainy days (68 mm)
13:32 hDaylight
05:57Sunrise · 19:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.5 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 8°C | 117 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 17°C | 10°C | 107 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| March | 20°C | 13°C | 121 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 24°C | 16°C | 93 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 27°C | 20°C | 68 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 119 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 31°C | 25°C | 141 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.6 |
| August | 31°C | 25°C | 150 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.6 |
| September | 29°C | 23°C | 118 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 25°C | 17°C | 88 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 20°C | 12°C | 80 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 17°C | 9°C | 108 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Fort Walton Beach in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 20°C.
When is the best time to visit Fort Walton Beach?
The best months are October, April, May, November.