The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Saint Augustine. Temperatures rise (27°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May is the best month of the year in Saint Augustine. Compared to April: +3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 37
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Saint Augustine. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 45%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Saint Augustine ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.6 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
29.89°N · 81.32°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Saint Augustine?
May is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 19.0% rainy days. The months of May & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Saint Augustine get in May?
Saint Augustine averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Saint Augustine?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Saint Augustine in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Saint Augustine good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Saint Augustine scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Saint Augustine?
August is the most difficult month to visit Saint Augustine, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Saint Augustine in May?
In May, the sea averages 25°C in Saint Augustine: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Saint Augustine in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Saint Augustine (very high), with about 13.5h of daylight. Protection essential.