Lake Buena Vista (Orlando) Weather in May: Warm, Humid & Thunderstormy

May in Lake Buena Vista (Walt Disney World area) means early summer: hot, humid, wet.

By the Numbers

• Avg High: 88°F (31°C)
• Avg Low: 72°F (22°C)
• Humidity: ~65% (feels like 90°F+)
• Rainfall: 6 in (152 mm) – wettest month with September.
• Rainy days: ~12
• Thunderstorms: Near-daily afternoon cells; can be severe (hail, wind, frequent lightning).
• Sunshine: 7 hrs/day (between storms).
• Wind: 8 mph avg (E/SE).

What This Means for Visitors

• Park strategy: Rope drop (8–10 AM cool/dry); midday indoor/shows; evening return.
• Gear: Ponchos > umbrellas (wind); quick-dry clothes; cooling towels.
• Lightning safety: Disney clears outdoor rides instantly; seek enclosed structures.
• Hydration: 1L water/hr in parks; free ice water at quick-service.
• Crowds: Moderate (pre-Memorial Day); lower than June–July.

Hurricane Note

Season starts June 1. May rarely sees tropical systems—but 2023's Tropical Storm Arlene formed May 31. Monitor NHC.

May = long days, short lines (early), daily storms. Plan around the radar, not the calendar.