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Visiting Daytona Beach, United States in May

May is one of the best months to visit Daytona Beach 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 into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

May has total rainfall of 14.3cm (5.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 8.3 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 Daytona Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Also consider visiting Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Daytona Beach.

May has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 14.3cm (5.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 8.3 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 Daytona Beach in May?

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

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Is May a good time to holiday in Daytona Beach?

Yes, May is a great time for a holiday in Daytona Beach.

May has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 14.3cm (5.6inches) making it quite dry with only moderate showers. There are just 8.3 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 Daytona Beach with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Daytona Beach warm in May?

Yes, Daytona Beach is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Daytona Beach in May is 29°C (85°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (80°) in the previous month and 32°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Daytona Beach in May is 24°C (76°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Daytona Beach in May?

The average day light hours per day in Daytona Beach in May are 13.6. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Daytona Beach in May

The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into June. The average maximum temperature in Daytona Beach in May is 29°C (85°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (80°F) in the previous month and 32°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Daytona Beach in May is 24°C (76°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Daytona Beach in May is 19°C (66°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Daytona Beach 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 13.6 per day in Daytona Beach. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Daytona Beach in May is typically 11.4 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 Daytona Beach in May

The average sea water temperature in Daytona Beach 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 much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Rainfall in Daytona Beach in May

May weather is much wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise quickly into June. 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 Daytona Beach in May is 14.3cm (5.6inches) and on average there are 8.3 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Daytona Beach in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Daytona Beach in May is 20°C (68°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 23°C (23°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Daytona Beach in May is typically 90.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.9% in the previous month and 93.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Daytona Beach in May is typically 70.5%. The average relative humidity is 68.3% in the previous month and 75.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Daytona Beach in May

The average maximum wind speed in Daytona Beach in May is typically 28KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Daytona Beach in May is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Daytona Beach in May is from the East-Southeast.

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