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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Amelia Island vs Moab: weather in May

Moab is the clear winner for sun in May: 73% of days historically clear versus just 38% in Amelia Island — a 35-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Amelia Island also sees measurably more rain than Moab this month (41% vs 9% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific May. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Amelia Island

FL

Clear days, May
38%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
82°F
Early May (1st–15th)
45%
Late May (16th–end)
31%
Rain frequency
41% of days
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Moab

UT

Clear days, May
73%
Sample size
n=248 days
Avg high
81°F
Early May (1st–15th)
68%
Late May (16th–end)
77%
Rain frequency
9% of days

Frequently asked

Is Amelia Island or Moab warmer in May?

Amelia Island runs warmer by day in May. Amelia Island averages highs of 82°F (highs n=248 days); Moab averages highs of 81°F (highs n=248 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Amelia Island or Moab in May?

Amelia Island is measurably wetter than Moab. Days with measurable rain: Amelia Island 41%, Moab 9% (n=248 and n=248 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in May, Amelia Island or Moab?

Moab is the clear winner for sun in May: 73% of days historically clear versus just 38% in Amelia Island — a 35-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Amelia Island also sees measurably more rain than Moab this month (41% vs 9% of days). This isn't close.

Compare Amelia Island vs Moab in another month

All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.