Sarasota in May
8.1out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
8Rainy days (55 mm)
13:21 hDaylight
06:46Sunrise · 20:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.6 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 | 20°C | 14°C | 60 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
| February | 21°C | 15°C | 41 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 23°C | 17°C | 50 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| April | 26°C | 19°C | 48 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| May | 28°C | 22°C | 55 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 147 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 136 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 151 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 30°C | 25°C | 152 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 28°C | 22°C | 65 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 25°C | 18°C | 39 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| December | 22°C | 16°C | 45 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sarasota in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Sarasota?
The best months are November, March, April, December.