Miami vs Orlando

Miami and Orlando are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Miami sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Orlando runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Orlando is the stronger choice in May.

Miami reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Orlando averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Miami receives approximately 97 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Orlando sees 74 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Orlando the drier option by 2 rain days and 23 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.