Weather in Sarasota County, United States in May

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Visiting Sarasota County, United States in May

May is one of the best months to visit Sarasota County for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

May has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Sarasota County with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Also consider visiting Sarasota County in one of the other best months of April, October, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Sarasota County in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Sarasota County.

May has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.1hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in Sarasota County in May?

Yes, May is an excellent month for swimming in Sarasota County with very warm sea temperatures 27°C (81°F).

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Is May a good time to holiday in Sarasota County?

Yes, May is a great time for a holiday in Sarasota County.

May has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.1hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (81°F). May is an excellent month for swimming in Sarasota County with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Sarasota County warm in May?

Yes, Sarasota County is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Sarasota County in May is 30°C (86°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (81°) in the previous month and 32°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sarasota County in May is 25°C (78°F). The average temperature is 22°C (72°F) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Sarasota County in May?

The average day light hours per day in Sarasota County in May are 13.5. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Sarasota County in May

The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Sarasota County in May is 30°C (86°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (81°F) in the previous month and 32°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sarasota County in May is 25°C (78°F). The average temperature is 22°C (72°F) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Sarasota County in May is 20°C (68°F). The minimum temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 23°C (74°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Sarasota County in May

The days in May are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 13.5 per day in Sarasota County. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Sarasota County in May is typically 11.7 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Sarasota County in May

The average sea water temperature in Sarasota County in May is 27°C (80.6°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Rainfall in Sarasota County in May

May weather is slightly drier than the previous month. May has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise quickly into June. The average total rainfall in Sarasota County in May is 6.2cm (2.4inches) and on average there are 6 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Sarasota County in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Sarasota County in May is 21°C (69°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 23°C (23°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Sarasota County in May is typically 89.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.3% in the previous month and 90.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Sarasota County in May is typically 70.3%. The average relative humidity is 70.2% in the previous month and 74.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Sarasota County in May

The average maximum wind speed in Sarasota County in May is typically 29KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Sarasota County in May is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Sarasota County in May is from the East-Northeast.

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