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    Typical May conditions on the Fort Myers coast

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    Fort Myers Weather in May

    90°F / 69°F · 3" rain · 81°F Gulf

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    Last updated Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell

    May climate at a glance

    Average high

    90°F

    Average low

    69°F

    Gulf water

    81°F

    Rainfall

    3"

    Rainy days

    6

    Sunny days

    21

    UV index

    11

    Dew point

    66°F

    Tropical risk

    Very low

    Sunrise

    6:44 AM

    Sunset

    8:01 PM

    Daylight

    13.6 hrs

    Temperature and rainfall figures are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Fort Myers / Page Field station. Gulf water temperatures are nearshore averages; sunrise, sunset and daylight are mid-month values for 26.64°N, 81.87°W.

    How the rain actually falls in May

    Dry through mid-month, then the first afternoon thunderstorms of the wet season fire up.

    What to wear in Fort Myers in May

    Lightweight, light-coloured clothing, a hat, and reef-safe SPF 50 — May carries the highest UV index of the year.

    Can you swim in May?

    Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 81°F in May — yes for most visitors. Shallow nearshore flats run several degrees warmer than the offshore reading by mid-afternoon.

    Hurricane and storm risk in May

    Named-storm risk in May is very low. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the climatological peak around September 10. Outside those months, tropical impact on Fort Myers is effectively nil.

    May weather records

    Fort Myers May temperature and precipitation summary
    MeasureValue
    Average high90°F
    Average low69°F
    Record high (Page Field)101°F
    Record low (Page Field)48°F
    Average rainfall3 in
    Rainy days6
    Mostly sunny days21
    Average afternoon dew point66°F
    Peak UV index11
    Gulf water temperature81°F
    HumidityModerate
    Named-storm riskVery low

    Planning a trip in May?

    Our May trip guide covers crowds, hotel pricing, events and whether the month is worth booking — not just the weather.

    Read the full Fort Myers in May guide

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the weather like in Fort Myers in May?

    Fort Myers weather in May averages 90°F highs and 69°F lows with 3 inches of rain and 81°F Gulf water — the hottest dry-season month before the summer rains begin.

    How hot does it get in Fort Myers in May?

    Fort Myers averages a high of 90°F in May, with an average low of 69°F. The record high for the month at Page Field is 101°F and the record low is 48°F.

    Does it rain a lot in Fort Myers in May?

    May averages 3 inches of rain across about 6 days. Dry through mid-month, then the first afternoon thunderstorms of the wet season fire up.

    How warm is the Gulf water in Fort Myers in May?

    Nearshore Gulf water off Fort Myers averages 81°F in May — yes for swimming.

    What should I wear in Fort Myers in May?

    Lightweight, light-coloured clothing, a hat, and reef-safe SPF 50 — May carries the highest UV index of the year.

    What time does the sun set in Fort Myers in May?

    Mid-May sunset in Fort Myers is around 8:01 PM, with sunrise at 6:44 AM and roughly 13.6 hours of daylight.

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