Orlando edges it in May. Miami averages 23–28°C with moderate crowds; Orlando 19–31°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Miami and Orlando
The verdict for May
Hotter, more humid and increasingly tropical
+Crowds and prices become more favourable as winter demand fades.
–Weather becomes more challenging — heat and humidity climb.
A good compromise if you want warmth without peak winter demand.
Shoulder period before summer peak
+Warm weather and a useful shoulder period before summer peak.
–Humidity and afternoon showers begin increasing.
Warm weather and a useful shoulder period before summer peak.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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