Packing List
May Packing List for Jacksonville — What to Wear & Bring
Pack light cottons and sun protection for Jacksonville's 86°F May highs and warming 65°F nights.
Averages 65–86°F, ~9 days of rain
Linen is the best defense against Jacksonville's May humidity and 86°F highs in the Riverside district.
Jacksonville Beach sun is intense in May; a rash guard or UPF shirt protects skin during 86°F beach days.
Breathable dresses are ideal for the 9 rain days in May when humidity makes 86°F feel like 90°F.
Comfortable for walking the waterfront where 86°F temperatures are tempered by St. Johns River breezes.
Handle the 9 rain days in May and the surf at Neptune Beach with ease at 86°F.
A stylish, breathable choice for a May evening in San Marco where lows stay a warm 65°F.
Essential for long days spent on the sand at Jacksonville Beach in 86°F weather.
May's 86°F sun at Jacksonville Beach requires high-level protection to avoid First Coast burns.
Keep water cold during 86°F highs while exploring the Jacksonville Arboretum's trails.
Jacksonville's May humidity can be high during the 9 rain days, affecting hair style.
Local tips for Jacksonville in May
- 1.May features the Jacksonville Jazz Festival; wear very light, breathable clothing for the 86°F downtown heat.
- 2.The ocean water is finally warm enough for most swimmers by late May at Jacksonville Beach.
- 3.Expect afternoon clouds to build up frequently, even if it doesn't rain on all of the 9 average precip days.